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Title:
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The Adventures of Oysseus
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Authors:
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Geraldine McCaughrean, Adapter ;
Tony Ross, Illustrator
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Material Type:
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printed text
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Publisher:
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London : Orchard Books, 2017
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Series:
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Ancient Myths Collection
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ISBN (or other code):
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978-1-4083-5138-3
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Interest level:
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Grades 3-6
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Size:
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47 pages / illustrations; softcover / 20 cm
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Languages:
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English
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Class number:
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292 (Greek & Roman religion)
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Descriptors:
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; Mythology, Greek
; Odysseus (Greek mythology)
; Cyclopes (Greek mythology)
; Poseidon (Greek deity)
; Epic poetry, Greek
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Abstract:
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"The Adventures of Odysseus" by Geraldine McCaughrean retells the epic journey of Odysseus as he attempts to return home after 10 years of war. His voyage is fraught with peril, including encounters with a man-eating cyclops, a captivating enchantress, and the wrath of the powerful sea god Poseidon. This adaptation brings the classic Greek myth to life with thrilling adventures and vivid illustrations.
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