The Iliad: and, The odyssey
By Gillian Cross
Heroes battle gods, monsters and storms—but will either warrior ever find his way home?
epic · dramatic · accessible · atmospheric
Genres
What is The Iliad: and, The odyssey about?
Two ancient Greek epics come vividly to life in Gillian Cross’s accessible retellings. In The Iliad, pride, loyalty and fury collide during the Trojan War as Achilles, Hector and the gods shape the battle’s fate. In The Odyssey, clever and courageous Odysseus faces monsters, storms and enchantments on his long journey home to Ithaca. With dramatic storytelling and striking black-and-white illustrations by Neil Packer, this collection introduces young readers to two unforgettable tales of heroes, danger, loss and adventure.
About the author
Gillian Cross is a well-loved British author who has written many exciting books for children. She is best known for her gripping series ‘The Demon Headmaster’, where strange things happen at school! Gillian enjoys creating stories full of adventure and mystery that keep readers guessing what will happen next.
Pages
318 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
This edition
2018
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