Summary
“Gareth Hinds brings The Odyssey to life in a masterful blend of art and storytelling. Vivid and exciting, this graphic novel is a worthy new interpretation of Homer’s epic.”—Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series
Fresh from his triumphs in the Trojan War, Odysseus, King of Ithaca, wants nothing more than to return home to his family. Instead, he offends the sea god, Poseidon, who dooms him to years of shipwreck and wandering. Battling man-eating monsters, violent storms, and the supernatural seductions of sirens and sorceresses, Odysseus will need all his strength and cunning—and a little help from Mount Olympus—to make his way home and seize his kingdom from the schemers who seek to wed his queen and usurp his throne. Award-winning graphic artist Gareth Hinds masterfully reinterprets a story of heroism, adventure, and high action that has been told and retold for more than 2,500 years—though never quite like this.
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The Odyssey Information
Publisher : Candlewick; Illustrated edition (October 12, 2010)
Language : English
Paperback : 256 pages
ISBN-10 : 0763642681
ISBN-13 : 978-0763642686
Reading age : 12 years and up
Lexile measure : GN840L
Grade level : 7 – 9
Item Weight : 2.13 pounds
Dimensions : 6.75 x 0.83 x 10.5 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,794 in Books
About the Author
Gareth Hinds is the author and illustrator of critically-acclaimed graphic novels and picture books based on classic literature and mythology. Through his work he shares his love of literature with readers young and old. His recent adaptation of The Odyssey received four starred reviews, and he is the recipient of the Boston Public Library’s “Literary Lights for Children” award. He lives in the Washington, DC area with his wife. When he’s not working on a book he enjoys painting landscapes and practicing aikido.
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Conclusion
After many years and many adventures, Odysseus finally returns home to Ithaca. He defeats the suitors who have been courting his wife, Penelope, and retakes his rightful place as king. The Odyssey ends with a scene of reconciliation, as Odysseus is reunited with his family and friends.
