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Mythos

Autor Stephen Fry
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en Limba Engleză Hardback – 26 aug 2019
Mythos is a modern collection of Greek myths, stylishly retold by legendary writer, actor, and comedian Stephen Fry. Fry transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians into emotionally resonant and deeply funny stories, without losing any of their original wonder. This stunning book features classical artwork inspired by the myths, as well as learned notes from the author. - Each adventure is infused with Fry's distinctive wit, voice, and writing style
- Connoisseurs of the Greek myths will appreciate this fresh-yet-reverential interpretation, while newcomers will feel welcome
- Retellings brim with humor and emotion and offer rich cultural context Celebrating the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths, Mythos breathes life into ancient tales--from Pandora's box to Prometheus's fire.This gorgeous volume invites you to explore a captivating world with the brilliant storyteller Stephen Fry as your guide.
- A collectible volume complete with a textured case, a foil-stamped jacket, and full-color art throughout
- The perfect gift for Greek mythology and history buffs, lovers of ancient Greece, art aficionados, and devoted fans of Stephen Fry
- Add it to the shelf with books like Circe by Madeline Miller, Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman, and Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes by Edith Hamilton
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ISBN-13: 9781452178912
ISBN-10: 1452178917
Pagini: 352
Dimensiuni: 192 x 244 x 40 mm
Greutate: 1.11 kg
Editura: Chronicle Books

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Notă biografică

Stephen Fry is an award-winning writer, comedian, actor, and director. He rose to fame in A Bit of Fry & Laurie and Jeeves and Wooster. He hosted over 180 episodes of QI, and narrated the audio versions of the Harry Potter novels. His books include four novels and three volumes of autobiography. He lives in Los Angeles and London.

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The Greek myths are told to you here by the ever-soothing voice of Stephen Fry, who takes you from Zeus to Athena with his typical humour.The Greek gods of the past become relatable as pop culture, modern literature and music are woven throughout. It is joyfully informal yet full of the literary legacy threaded through so much of the tapestry of contemporary Greece
Wit and erudition are impressively evident . . . Read by Fry with his accustomed ebullient showmanship [he]gives the legends modern resonance by telling them with a contemporary colloquial twist'
Mythosis the best thing he's written since his superb first novel . . . it is entertaining and edifying - one cannot really ask for more than that
Fry's lively writing certainly conveys his lifelong passion for Greek myths . . . It's a rollicking good read
Fryreimaginesthe Greek myths withwit, warmth and humanity, bringing them into themodern age. A welcome addition to any bookshelf
Mythosis Stephen'svivid retellingof the Greek myths. Bringing to life the Gods, monsters and mortals of Ancient Greece, hereimagines their astonishing stories for the modern world.
Perfect for the 21st Century. Ebullient, funny, Fry retellsthe Greek myths with elegance
A wondrous new immersion in ancient stories we only thought weknew. Page to page,Mythosis brilliant, funny, erudite, inventive, surprising and enthralling
[Fry] exhibits prodigious learning, a great facility with words, and enormous erudition and enthusiasm
Lively, humorous and intimate, this retelling has real charm
Fry takes us fromZeus to Athena with humour.The Greekgods of the past become relatable aspop culture, modern literature and music are woven throughout.Joyfully informal yet full of the literary legacy
Fresh revivals of the myths of ancient Greece. In his own imitable style, Fry takes an erudite look at the doings of gods, goddesses, kings, queens and ordinary mortals
I quite likeMythos, Stephen Fry's book on the Greek myths -he makes them amusing. I like people that illuminate the pastwith humour
Mythoshas the gripping nature that one would hope for from a modern blockbuster.Filled with asharp and delightful sense of humour, Stephen Fry's many witticismsmaking it an even more enjoyable read.I would recommend it for so many reasons
Brilliant . . . Stephen Fry's writing style makes it appealing to all. There's something for everyone
Reimagines the lives of ancient Greek gods and goddesses through a humorous lens, using casual language and making valuable comparisons to modern characters or events. It's also just really, really funny
Arguably the greatest living Englishman
The patron saint of British intelligence
National Treasure: noun - someone or something regarded as emblematic of a nation's cultural heritage, such as Stephen Fry