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katkake1's review
adventurous
funny
informative
inspiring
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Incest, Rape, and War
lilocat's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
leanne_klauwer's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
dilchh's review against another edition
4.0
Within this book you'll find compilation of stories from your good ol' Greek heroes. From Perseus, Heracles, and even Atalanta; it's all covered in this book.
I wouldn't say I'm an expert in Greek mythology but I do read about them as much as I can, albeit I don't see myself ever picking up The Iliad in this lifetime. That being said, though I pretty much know, as much I could possibly know, about the all star famous Greek heroes, it's still fun to read about them, especially in the way Stephen Fry is serving it in this book.
One I like the most is that Fry covered Atalanta in his compilation of Greek heroes. I genuinely never thought that Atalanta can be considered a Greek hero, but I'm not complaining. She's amazing.
Would I recommend this book? Sure, why not? Especially if you are new into the realm of Greek heroes, this book will be a fun read.
I wouldn't say I'm an expert in Greek mythology but I do read about them as much as I can, albeit I don't see myself ever picking up The Iliad in this lifetime. That being said, though I pretty much know, as much I could possibly know, about the all star famous Greek heroes, it's still fun to read about them, especially in the way Stephen Fry is serving it in this book.
One I like the most is that Fry covered Atalanta in his compilation of Greek heroes. I genuinely never thought that Atalanta can be considered a Greek hero, but I'm not complaining. She's amazing.
Would I recommend this book? Sure, why not? Especially if you are new into the realm of Greek heroes, this book will be a fun read.
zoe_abbott's review
5.0
An amazing follow on from Stephen Fry’s previous book in the series ’Mythos’.
These fantastic, timeless and often revealing stories will never get old. An amazing way to start learning about mythology in general, without all the academic nonsense. A great book to revisit mythological knowledge or interest. I’d recommend these two books to everyone.
These fantastic, timeless and often revealing stories will never get old. An amazing way to start learning about mythology in general, without all the academic nonsense. A great book to revisit mythological knowledge or interest. I’d recommend these two books to everyone.
ana_celmare's review against another edition
funny
informative
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
westernb's review
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
rosiemay97's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.25
Beautifully read by Stephen Fry, like someone telling you a story beside the fire. Really enjoyable learning about all the Greek heroes, their heights and falls. Not PG