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Odysseus
Author: Geraldine McCaughrean
Odysseus, hero of the Greek army, is returning victorious from the Trojan War. While sailing home to his kingdom, Odysseus angers the sea god Poseidon, setting in motion a series of adventures. The cunning and wise Odysseus must battle the evil Cyclops and the monsters Scylla and Charybdis, as well as resist the beautiful sorceress Circe, to make it back to his loyal wife Penelope.
Kirkus Reviews names this one of The
Best Continuing Series along with Theseus
and Perseus.
Hardcover 160 pgs.
Suggested for ages: 9-14
Product Code: KBK62721
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