As Odysseus fights his way back home after the Trojan War, he has to endure harrowing ordeals and adventures, and even when he returns to Ithaca, his troubles are far from over. Acclaimed storytellers Hugh Lupton and Daniel Morden bring the poetry of Homer to life, and illustrator Christina Balit's stylised paintings give life to mortals and immortals alike. Includes two full-length CDs of the story read by the authors. A Barefoot Books Feature Title for 2012. Writing and illustration true to ancient style, while still feeling exciting and modern. Deals with themes of love, war, power, mortality, friendship, nature and self. Features a clever protagonist using his wits to navigate his way home.
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Hugh Lupton has been a central figure in the British storytelling revival for more than 30 years. He tells myths, legends and folktales from many cultures. His many books include Tales of Wisdom and Wonder, The Story Tree, and Homeric pair The Adventures of Achilles and The Adventures of Odysseus, which he and Daniel Morden wrote and narrated together. He li
More about Hugh LuptonSince 1989 Daniel Morden has made his living telling stories: folktales, fairytales, myths, legends and fibs! His stories range from awful jokes to magical adventures and haunting myths. His books have twice won the Books Council of Wales' Tir Na n-Og prize and he was awarded the Hay Festival medal in 2017. Daniel lives in Monmouthshire.
More about Daniel MordenChristina Balit was born in Manchester but grew up in the Middle East. She studied at Chelsea School of Art and the Royal College of Art, and also attended Morley Theatre School and Questors Theatre School. She has exhibited widely and is also a playwright. Her books have won several nominations, commendations and a shortlist place for the Kate Greenway Meda
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