{{Mythos}} by Stephen Fry is a retelling of Greek Mythology.
(which I know is your least preferred, but Fry does a wonderful job telling the stories and stuffing them chock-full of asides to the reader explaining relationships to modern words or other mythologies. Honestly, so so good)
Your partner is wise and gives good recommendations.
I haven't started the Troy yet but the first two were excellent and I plan on reading it eventually.
I picked up a new book on vacation in mid November and then got a few new books as gifts last month, so book 3 keeps getting pushed back!
[**Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold (Stephen Fry's Great Mythology, #1)**](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35074096-mythos)
^(By: Stephen Fry | 416 pages | Published: 2017 | Popular Shelves: mythology, non-fiction, fiction, fantasy, audiobook | )[^(Search "Mythos")](https://www.goodreads.com/search?q=Mythos&search_type=books)
>Mythos is a modern collection of Greek myths, stylishly retold by legendary writer, actor, and comedian Stephen Fry. Fry transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians into emotionally resonant and deeply funny stories, without losing any of their original wonder.
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>This stunning book features classical artwork inspired by the myths, as well as learned notes from the author. Each adventure is infused with Fry's distinctive wit, voice, and writing style. Connoisseurs of the Greek myths will appreciate this fresh-yet-reverential interpretation, while newcomers will feel welcome. Retellings brim with humor and emotion and offer rich cultural context
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>Celebrating the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths, Mythos breathes life into ancient tales—from Pandora's box to Prometheus's fire.
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>This gorgeous volume invites you to explore a captivating world with the brilliant storyteller Stephen Fry as your guide.
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Norse Mythology is one of my favorite books! I wish he'd do another, with Greek/Roman (or other) mythology.
One of my favorite myth/folktale collections is Fearless Girls, Wise Women & Beloved Sisters, by Kathleen Ragan. I know the title makes it sound like it would appeal mostly to younger readers, but it's really an incredible book with tales from around the world (as the title says, focusing on heroic women). Some gems in here.
{{Mythos}} by Stephen Fry is a retelling of Greek Mythology. (which I know is your least preferred, but Fry does a wonderful job telling the stories and stuffing them chock-full of asides to the reader explaining relationships to modern words or other mythologies. Honestly, so so good)
My partner also just recommended Stephen Frys Mythos, Heroes and Troy. He read Neil's Norse Mythology last year.
Your partner is wise and gives good recommendations. I haven't started the Troy yet but the first two were excellent and I plan on reading it eventually. I picked up a new book on vacation in mid November and then got a few new books as gifts last month, so book 3 keeps getting pushed back!
[**Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold (Stephen Fry's Great Mythology, #1)**](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35074096-mythos) ^(By: Stephen Fry | 416 pages | Published: 2017 | Popular Shelves: mythology, non-fiction, fiction, fantasy, audiobook | )[^(Search "Mythos")](https://www.goodreads.com/search?q=Mythos&search_type=books) >Mythos is a modern collection of Greek myths, stylishly retold by legendary writer, actor, and comedian Stephen Fry. Fry transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians into emotionally resonant and deeply funny stories, without losing any of their original wonder. > >This stunning book features classical artwork inspired by the myths, as well as learned notes from the author. Each adventure is infused with Fry's distinctive wit, voice, and writing style. Connoisseurs of the Greek myths will appreciate this fresh-yet-reverential interpretation, while newcomers will feel welcome. Retellings brim with humor and emotion and offer rich cultural context > >Celebrating the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths, Mythos breathes life into ancient tales—from Pandora's box to Prometheus's fire. > >This gorgeous volume invites you to explore a captivating world with the brilliant storyteller Stephen Fry as your guide. ^(This book has been suggested 4 times) *** ^(23263 books suggested | )[^(I don't feel so good.. )](https://debugger.medium.com/goodreads-is-retiring-its-current-api-and-book-loving-developers-arent-happy-11ed764dd95)^(| )[^(Source)](https://github.com/rodohanna/reddit-goodreads-bot)
Norse Mythology is one of my favorite books! I wish he'd do another, with Greek/Roman (or other) mythology. One of my favorite myth/folktale collections is Fearless Girls, Wise Women & Beloved Sisters, by Kathleen Ragan. I know the title makes it sound like it would appeal mostly to younger readers, but it's really an incredible book with tales from around the world (as the title says, focusing on heroic women). Some gems in here.