<b>In this sequel to the bestselling <em>Mythos</em>, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry moves from the exploits of the Olympian gods to the deeds of mortal heroes. </b><br /><br /><b>Perseus. Jason. Atalanta. Theseus. Heracles.</b> Rediscover the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths. Whether recounting a tender love affair or a heroic triumph, Fry deftly finds resonance with our own modern minds and hearts. <br /><br />Illustrated throughout with classical art inspired by the myths, this gorgeous volume invites you to explore a captivating world with a brilliant storyteller as your guide.<br /><br />• Each adventure is infused with Fry&apos;s distinctive voice and writing style.<br />• Connoisseurs of the Greek myths will appreciate this fresh-yet-reverential interpretation, while newcomers will feel welcome. <br />• Retellings brim with humor and emotion.<br /><br /><b>"Mostly Chiron saw in the child, and the young man he became, boundless courage, athleticism, intelligence, and ambition. He saw too lots of words beginning with &apos;self,&apos; which gave him pause. Self-belief, self-possession, self-righteousness, self-confidence, self-love. Perhaps these characteristics are as necessary to a hero as courage."</b><br /><br />In <em>Heroes</em>, Fry draws out the humor and pathos in both tender love affairs and heroic battles, and reveals each myth&apos;s relevance for our own time. <br /><br />• A collector&apos;s edition filled with classical art inspired by the myths and a luxe, foil-stamped jacket<br />• Perfect gift for mythology and history buffs, lovers of ancient Greece, art aficionados, and devoted fans of Stephen Fry<br />• Add it to the shelf with books like <em>Circe by Madeline Miller</em>, <em>Norse Mythology</em> by Neil Gaiman, and <em>Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes</em> by Edith Hamilton