Mythos: The Greek Myths Reimagined by Stephen Fry
Genre: Adult Nonfiction; Mythology
Reviewed by Tobi C., 9th Grade
Rating: 9/10
In the beginning, there was chaos. There is no better word to describe it. At some point in the story, something came about to bring order to the chaos. The Gods. More specifically, the first order of the Gods, the ones who would bring order to the unruly and empty universe.
And from then on, a more controlled version of chaos existed: Humanity.
Explore the world of Greek Mythology with this expertly informative novel by Stephen Fry. From the birth of the first order of Gods to the iconic story of Eros and Psyche, each mini story goes into incredible detail about the events. Ever wanted to understand the beauty of the mythic age? Well, this might just be the perfect book for you. Experience things such as the birth of medicine, the creation of the seasons, and even the convoluted tales of Zeus' affairs.
Fry's writing is a perfect balance between expertly detailed and not uncomfortably too much information (which comes in handy especially when discussing Zeus). He also makes sure not to bore the readers.
No matter which myth you might be indulging in, from intense love stories to dramatic battle sequences, all will leave you wishing you had been a part of them.