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The Adventures of Odysseus Paperback – August 1, 2010

by Hugh Lupton (Author), Daniel Morden (Author), Christina Balit (Illustrator)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 257 ratings
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"A well designed book presenting a wonderful combination of contemporary talents and timeless storytelling" ― Books for Keeps

As Odysseus fights to find his way back home after the long and brutal Trojan War, he has to endure harrowing ordeals and adventures, and come to terms with devastating losses. Storytellers Hugh Lupton and Daniel Morden’s graphic retelling breathes new life into this great classic.
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  1. Reading age
    8 - 11 years
  2. Print length
    128 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    3 - 6
  5. Lexile measure
    770
  6. Dimensions
    5.75 x 0.5 x 8 inches
  7. Publisher
    Barefoot Books
  8. Publication date
    August 1, 2010
  9. ISBN-10
    1846864461
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1846864469
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Hugh Lupton's prestigious career as a professional storyteller spans over twenty years. In 1985 he co-founded the acclaimed "Company of Storytellers" and has since performed throughout the world.He has performed throughout Britain, as well as in North and South America, Europe and Africa, telling stories from many cultures. Hugh lives in England, UK.

Daniel Morden was born and lives in Wales. He has travelled widely as a professional storyteller for many years. In 2006, Daniel and Hugh received the Classical Association's award for 'the most significant contribution to the public understanding of the classics'.

Christina Balit, an award-winning illustrator, spent her childhood in the Middle East. She studied at the Chelsea School of Art and the Royal College of Art, and has since illustrated many highly acclaimed children's books.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Barefoot Books (August 1, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1846864461
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1846864469
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 11 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 770
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 6
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 0.5 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful book!
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2021
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Finally, by daughter can have this book on her bookshelf. She's been asking for it forever :)
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Jean James
5.0 out of 5 stars Adventure Reader
Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2010
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What's not to love about Odysseus, the cunning character in the book, 'The Adventures of Odysseus', a Greek King and hero, struggling to make his way home to his family at the end of the Trojan war, he instead finds himself on a colorful ten year journey where he meets characters like the cyclops, and the enchanted sirens.
This current retelling of Homer's classic Odyssey is well written, and beautifully illustrated. I love reading this book to my children who in turn love having it read to them.
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Talia E Greene
5.0 out of 5 stars we love this book
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2013
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we love this book. it is great for listening to, as well as reading aloud and looking at the gorgeous illustrations. our 5 year old son loves it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Hugh Lupton is an auto buy for us!
Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2015
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Great introduction to the epics!
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Marco Antonio Abarca
4.0 out of 5 stars Good but Rosemary Sutcliff's Version is Better
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2010
Last year, I read "The Wandering of Odysseus" by Rosemary Sutcliff to my seven year old son. This year for my six year old daughter, I wanted something simpler for her shorter attention span. I chose "The Adventures of Odysseus" because of the wonderful illustrations by Christina Balit. Although filled with colorful illustrations, the text was surprisingly at about the same level of difficulty as the Rosemary Sutcliff version.

"The Adventures of Odysseus" is well told and the art work is first rate. If you are looking for a fast paced retelling of the Odyssey, this is a great version. However, if you are willing to invest more time in reading, I would recommend purchasing the hardback version of Rosemary Sutcliff's "The Wanderings of Odysseus." It is a much more detailed retelling of the story. But in the end, the Odyssey is such a great book a parent cannot go wrong with either version.
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Erin McCole Cupp
5.0 out of 5 stars A Brilliant Version for Everyong
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2016
This was my very first audiobook, and since it wasn't packaged as an audiobook, I was cleverly tricked into picking it up. I didn't even see the CDs in the front and back of the gorgeously illustrated covers until we were in the car and headed for our next task. The Odyssey was one of my favorite reading assignments from college, and I was pretty sure there wasn't anything completely untoward for both shifts of kid to hear (I'm more comfortable with kids learning of the horrors of war than the seduction of the flesh, frankly). I was not disappointed in this version: there's nothing immodest, and the retelling of the tale does not skip over the violent parts (Polyphemus and Scylla aren't tidied up, for instance). The narrators never use syrupy voices-for-the-kiddies. I loved hearing Second Shift cheer when Odysseus sent the arrow through the axe handles. All in all, I highly recommend this version. Everyone can listen to the story while those who aren't driving and can't even read yet can appreciate the gorgeous, stylized illustrations.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great version for kids!
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2014
The Greek king of Ithaca, Odysseus, was called upon to fight against Troy in the Trojan War. After the war, Odysseus and his soldiers sailed for Ithaca. But, when they moor at a strange island, and blind the giant cyclops Polyphemus, Odysseus shouts his name during bloating to the monster about who blinded it. The cyclops curses Odysseus and his crew. Polyphemus’ father, the god of the sea, Poseidon, then makes it extremely trying for Odysseus and his crew. Most of the crew die. Will Odysseus and his men every see home again?

This is a great re-telling of the Odyssey by the blind poet, Homer. I love how this abridged version of the Odyssey is pretty simple, but very informative and perfect for the age it is written for. In this book, kids learn more about the Ancient Greek culture through the fabulous illustrations and the enlightening text. The illustrations are awesome.
This version is great for kids!
*NOTE - I got a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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joe matazzoni
5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Special Book
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2014
The Odyssey is one of my favorite books and this version for kid is a wonder. Not only are the illustrations gorgeously and realized and beautifully appropriate to the subject. The writing is also very powerful -- clear for children but conveys the power of Homer's storytelling. One of the most unusual aspects in a book for kids is that the author preserves the original's complex narrative structure, yet somehow makes the whole simple to follow. I read this with my boy and it was a very powerful father-son experience.
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SMI
5.0 out of 5 stars Óptimo livro
Reviewed in Spain on April 20, 2024
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Para a minha filha que está a estudar a mitologia grega no colégio. Excelente leitura.
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Prometheus67
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in Canada on September 15, 2014
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Well illustrated and narrated.
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Jess in Japan
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Reviewed in Japan on September 24, 2015
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I love all Barefoot Books, and this is no exception. The writing is beautiful and the illustrations wonderful. Such a great price, too!
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Caterina
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful re-telling of Odyssey
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 24, 2011
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If you are looking for a re-telling of the Odyssey for a child aged between 5 and 11ish then stop here - this is the book you are looking for. I've spent a lot of time ploughing through re-tellings of Homer for children, with varying degrees of success, and think this is by far and away the best (with Mary Pope Osborne just behind). The language is clear and elegant - a model of good writing. It is easy for children to understand while conveying drama and excitement and beauty. The story moves along quickly. The illustrations are rather stylised for my taste (very Barefoot books), but there are a lot of them - on virtually every page - and my son loved them.
This version is so good that it really shows up other re-tellings. I looked forward to reading it to my son at bedtime, and alas I can't say that about everything I read him. I would urge you to buy it, and also urge the authors to produce a companion volume of the Iliad. From looking on Amazon I think there is an audiobook Iliad by the same authors - but a paper version would be great.
This deserves to be a real success for Barefoot books. It is wonderful that such high quality children's books are being produced. It shows real feeling for the story and I can't recommend it highly enough.
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Alexis Gallagher
5.0 out of 5 stars Good good book buy it
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 18, 2021
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I love this book when I read the book I enjoyed it a lot I recommend this book so much it is a great Greek myth it is good for all ages to read
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