Homer's Odyssey and Iliad : The must-have bumper edition of Homer's epic stories: an award-winning retelling with stylish illustrations, the perfect read for fans of Greek myths aged 8, 9, 10, 11 - Gillian Cross
Gillian Cross
- Pages · 320 pages
- Publication Date · 21/05/2026
- Genre · Classical texts
**Soon to be an epic fantasy action film starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya and Tom Holland.** Gillian Cross's brilliant retellings and Neil Packer's stylish illustrations bring to life Homer's Iliad and Odyssey, two of the greatest stories ever told. Multi-award-winning children's author Gillian Cross brings two of the greatest stories in the world alive for younger readers. These strong, clear, deceptively simple retellings are faithful to the spirit and structure of Homer's epic poems, and this bumper bind-up comes complete with an introduction and a generous selection of Neil Packer's fabulous illustrations in black and white. Ideal for any fan of mythology and perfect for the KS2 classroom.
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