Books in Graphic Mythical Heroes series

On the fields of battle, no man could match the part-god Achilles. However, he let others lead the Greeks during the Trojan War when he felt dishonored by Agamemnononly vengeance could bring this mythical hero back to fight. With accessible content and action-packed illustrations, this graphic novel launches readers into the epic battle scenes that follow Achilles bloody return to war outside the walls of Troy. Readers will be captivated by his incredible deeds the discovery of his ultimate weakness.

Hercules is the ultimate mythical herothis fast-paced, exciting story will keep readers rooting for the heroic Hercules to succeed as the colorful pages bring alive his mythical world. After killing his family in a fit of madness, he strives for redemption through twelve impossible labors. If completed, not only would the gods forgive his terrible actions, but they would also grant him immortality. Action-packed illustrations and accessible content quickly plunge readers into the first two of Herculess laborsthe killing of the Nemean Lion and beheading of the many-headed hydra.

The story of Odysseuss journey around the mythical world is full of peril, including the potion of the witch Circe and the temptation of the sirens. Following the Trojan War, Odysseus tries to bring 12 ships full of men home to Ithaca, only to arrive 20 years later alone. Readers will live through many trials alongside Odysseus in this fast-paced graphic novel. Depicted in full-color illustration and related through accessible content, Odysseuss feats will engage readers from the beginning of his odyssey to his triumphant return to his homeland.

Jason bested many mythical beasts in his quest for the Golden Fleeceand for his rightful place as king of Iolcus. He and his trusty crew, the Argonauts, proved heroic time and again while completing their impossible task. Just as the goddess Hera and the sorceress Medea helped Jason on his journey, accessible content and exciting illustrations will help readers follow the thrilling story of this graphic novel. Full of danger and deceit, its panels will plunge readers into the awesome world of myth.

In a gripping tale of honor, kings, and unbelievable creatures, the mythical hero Perseus bests his mothers suitorthe awful King Phineus. Exciting, vivid illustrations drive this graphic novels accessible telling of Perseuss triumph. Armed with knowledge and gifts given to him by the gods, Perseus uses Medusas head to turn Phineus into stone and rescue the maiden Andromeda. Readers will enjoy each informational and engaging panel, and applaud the heroic and cunning end.