The adventures of Hercules retold by Martin Powell
Raintree Publications, 2009. ISBN 9781406214277. Series: Graphic Myths
(Age 11+) Hercules, the strong man of mythic times deals with a range of animals
and monsters as he deals with the twelve incredible tasks given to him
by the goddess Hera as punishment for a misdeed in his past. Each of
the tasks is frightening in its colour and detail, but Hercules deals
with them all in true heroic fashion. Readers will learn of the tale
behind the name often heard in relation to strength and doing a group
of tasks. This graphic novel presents the story with style and
interest.
Part of a series called, Graphic Myths, the group includes Jason
and
the golden fleece, Theseus and the minotaur, Perseus and Medusa,
amongst others. Each is an abbreviated story of the original myth, full
coloured with bright attractive covers, a nice size to hold and read,
with information about the myth and the characters at the end of the
book, along with a glossary, pronunciation guide, discussion points and
hints for further reading. All in all a neat, attractive introduction
to the myths of Ancient Greece.
Fran Knight