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96 pp.
| Barefoot |
September, 2006 |
TradeISBN 1-84148-800-3$19.99
(3)
4-6
Illustrated by
Christina Balit.
The vivid colors and gorgeous geometric designs that portray the land and seascapes of ancient Greece, as well as the faces and forms of men, gods, and monsters, make this prose abridgment of Homer's epic a visual delight. The authors simplify the complicated tale of Odysseus, focusing on his bold escapades and family reunion, without sacrificing richness of language and imagery.