Imagine sandals on your feet, a sword in your hand, the scorching sun hitting your bronze helmet. Enter the world of Stephen Fry and the Sunday Times Bestseller, HEROES. An odyssey through Greek mythology. Masterpiece . . . let everyone cheer for Stephen Fry.

Few mortals have ever embarked on such daring and moving adventures, overcome countless monsters, or tricked vengeful gods as elegantly and triumphantly as the Greek heroes. In this companion to the bestseller MYTHOS, Stephen Fry uniquely retells these dramatic, funny, tragic, and timeless stories.

Join Jason on the Argo as he embarks on his quest for the Golden Fleece. Watch Atalanta, who was raised by bears, evade every man before being diverted with golden apples. Witness the clever Oedipus solve the riddle of the Sphinx and discover how Bellerophon manages to capture the winged horse Pegasus to help him slay the Chimera monster.

Filled with hair-raising chases and battles, impossible puzzles and enigmas, acts of painful cowardice and true bravery, not to mention murders and self-sacrifices, HEROES is the story of what mankind is capable of achieving—at its worst and its best.

Order now TROY, Stephen Fry's captivating retelling of the most legendary story ever told. Reviews for MYTHOS: 'Witty and entertaining' - Times, 'Funny and informative' - Daily Telegraph, 'A rollicking good read' - Independent, ‘The Greek gods of old are made relatable as contemporary culture and music are woven into the book successfully.’ - Guardian

Pages: 496, Dimensions: 12.8x12.8cm