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Book Synopsis: Volume 4 of the highly acclaimed Olympians series! Hades: Lord of the Dead tells the story of the great God of the Underworld and one of the most famous of all Greek myths: Hades' abduction of Persephone and her mother's revenge. Be prepared to see a new side of Persephone in this dynamic adaptation of the story of the creation of the seasons. In Olympians, O'Connor draws from primary documents to reconstruct and retell classic Greek myths. But these stories aren't sedate, scholarly works. They're action-packed, fast-paced, high-drama adventures with monsters, romance, and not a few huge explosions. O'Connor's vibrant, kinetic art brings ancient tales to undeniable life in a perfect fusion of super-hero aesthetics and ancient Greek mythology. This title has Common Core connections. Hades is a Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book of 2012
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Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of Greek mythology? Look no further than Olympians: Hades: Lord of the Dead. This fourth volume of the highly acclaimed series will take you on an epic adventure through the story of Hades, the powerful God of the Underworld.
Get ready to be captivated by the thrilling tale of Hades' abduction of Persephone, which leads to her mother's revenge and the creation of the seasons. This dynamic adaptation of one of the most famous Greek myths will introduce you to a new side of Persephone that you've never seen before.
Olympians is not your average retelling of ancient stories. In this series, author George O'Connor has expertly reconstructed and retold classic Greek myths using primary documents as his source. However, these stories are far from the traditional scholarly works you might expect. They are action-packed, fast-paced, and filled with high-drama adventures that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
What sets Olympians: Hades: Lord of the Dead apart is the fusion of super-hero aesthetics and ancient Greek mythology. O'Connor's vibrant and kinetic art style breathes new life into these ancient tales, making them come alive like never before. It's a visual feast that will leave you wanting more.
Don't miss out on this incredible journey into the mythical world of Greek gods and goddesses. Olympians: Hades: Lord of the Dead is a must-read for both young readers and adults alike. Order your copy today and discover why it was selected as a Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book of 2012.
Order now and delve into the captivating world of Hades and Persephone!
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