The Odyssey
- Recommended for 10 years or older
- Printed in China
A Graphic Novel Adaptation by Gareth Hinds
With bold imagery and an ear tuned to the music of Homer’s epic poem, Gareth Hinds reinterprets the ancient classic as it’s never been told before.
"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.
Softcover, 256 pages. 6.75"W x 10.5"H x 0.86"D
Candlewick Press. Printed in China.
Recommended for ages 12 years and up (Grade 7 and up, although it is often studied in Grade 10). Some schools have been known to teach it for Grade 5 or 6 (10-12 years old). There are some graphic and violent images in this graphic novel, however in graphic novel format and in the mythological tale, children in grades 5 and 6 don't seem to mind.