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Mythos
- Narrated by: Stephen Fry
- Length: 15 hrs and 25 mins
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From beloved author and commentator Stephen Fry comes a deep and riveting exploration of some of the greatest myths ever told. In Mythos, Fry recounts some of the most compelling stories in mythology — from classic favourites to lesser known myths they definitely didn’t cover in your childhood classroom.
It’s no secret that Stephen Fry is a masterful storyteller: he’s one of the most well-known and beloved writers, actors, comedians and presenters of our time. He takes the performance skills he honed on programs like Fry and Laurie and the authorial chops he mastered writing gems including The Stars' Tennis Balls, Making History, The Hippopotamus, and The Liar to craft this educational, entertaining and electrifying work that makes ancient tales more relevant and exciting than ever.
Publisher's Summary
Step into another world - of magic, mayhem, monsters and maniacal gods - in Stephen Fry's momentous Sunday Times and Audible best seller, Mythos.
Discover Stephen Fry's magnificent retelling of the greatest myths and legends ever told....
No one loves and quarrels, desires and deceives as boldly or brilliantly as Greek gods and goddesses.
In Stephen Fry's vivid retelling, we gaze in wonder as wise Athena is born from the cracking open of the great head of Zeus and follow doomed Persephone into the dark and lonely realm of the Underworld.
Shiver in fear when Pandora opens her jar of evil torments.
Listen with joy as the legendary love affair between Eros and Psyche unfolds.
Read by Stephen Fry himself, Mythos captures these extraordinary myths for our modern age - in all their dazzling and deeply human relevance.
If you're enthralled by the magic of Greek mythology you'll love Fry's follow-up books Heroes and Troy, with tales of mortals and monsters, quests and adventures.
Critic Reviews
"A head-spinning marathon of legends." (Guardian)
"Wit and erudition are impressively evident in Stephen Fry's idiosyncratic retelling of the myths of the Greek gods.... He adds fascinating philological glosses and cultural references." (The Times)
"Fry exhibits prodigious learning, a great facility with words, and enormous erudition and enthusiasm." (Mail on Sunday)
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- Anya
- 14-11-2017
Superb!
I am a big fan of the Greek myths and have read many variations of them from historians and archeologists to well known fiction writers, and I have to say that Stephen Fry has brought these myths to life in the most entertaining way possible. He breaths new life into them, much like Zeus himself. And, as anyone who has heard him narrate before knows, he is an excellent narrator. If you have never read the Greek myths before or have read them a hundred times over you will enjoy this reimagining of these classic tales.
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- Dimez
- 13-12-2017
very good
I loved the story it was very detailed and you could visualize everything that was taking place
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- Hayden
- 07-12-2017
Brilliant!
Almost Imposible to stop listening! Stephen Fry narrating his own work adds a special little flare to this enchanting retelling of Greek myth.
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- James
- 05-02-2018
Awesome
Great random choice and have been recommending it to friends and family. Very entertaining narration, well researched and never becomes tiresome. Definitely buy this
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- luke
- 08-11-2017
Enlightening, Captivating, Mystifying
My favourite audio book by far! Stephen takes us through the world of Ancient Greek mythology as if he were Homer himself. An absolute must for listeners of any kind. Thanks guys and I hope there is a second volume I can pre order!
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- Bennett Gardiner
- 17-12-2017
The worst part of "Mythos"
was that it wasn't long enough! An amazing trek through the origins of the universe, the rise and reign of the Titans, their fall and the ascension of and Olympians, the creation of man and the interactions of humans and gods. Some familiar stories and some "deep cuts" that I hadn't heard of before.
I would love to hear another volume on the age of heroes; Perseus, Theseus, Jason, Heracles and Bellerophon.
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- Stefan Bramble
- 26-11-2017
Steven fry is the best man ever
Buy this book. It is smart, fun, educational and above all weird.
I love this book and this man.
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- Tim
- 20-11-2017
Classic myths charmingly retold
Warm retelling of myths, conveniently arranged with comments on their influence on the English language.
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- Graham Buckton
- 27-11-2017
Stephen as always gives a great performance
full of fun and history information Stephan makes ladies voices like pantamine dames
Not quite a page turner but good all the same
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- Hannah
- 05-01-2018
Not quite as I was hoping.
The myths are interesting, of course, however much of the dialogue detracts from the storytelling rather than adding value. Some of the ‘modernisations’ seem to clang and distract from otherwise vivid and interesting descriptions and explanations. As a long time Stephen Fry fan it pains me to say Mythos isn’t particularly bad, but it isn’t particularly good either.
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