Wolf Greeks & Gods Tale Persian Wars

Myth meets history in a blockbuster retelling of the Persian Wars from multiawardwinning author of Rubicon and Persian Fire Tom Holland, lavishly illustrated by Jason Cockcroft. The Persians are coming Hearing these words, Gorgo of Sparta is plunged into a dangerous world of vengeful gods and invincible heroes. For a mighty empire threatens Athens, Sparta and all who stand in its path... Calling on the ancient power to transform into a wolf and the blood of Zeus that runs through her veins, Gorgo must lead her nation in one of historys greatest wars. Multiawardwinning author Tom Holland and acclaimed illustrator Jason Cockcroft boldly weave myth and history in this dramatic tale of Greeks and Gods. Gripping and powerful, this extraordinary illustrated novel will be treasured by readers young and old. Ideal for fans of Percy Jackson and Kevin CrossleyHolland, and the mythical retellings of Madeline Miller, Pat Barker and Stephen Fry, this is a book to be read again and again."BREATHTAKING adventure on every page, and just the kind of detail, colour and vitality that young readers adore." STEPHEN FRY"A spectacularly illustrated account of the Persian Wars ... A MUSTHAVE for any child who loves Greek myths." THE SUNDAY TIMESA RIPROARING, ADRENALINEFILLED recounting of the infamous Persian wars [...] a gripping and educational volume. [] Gorgeously illustrated. DAILY MAIL"SPECTACULAR... A tour de force for mythology and military history fans. GUARDIAN"A GLORIOUS WHITEKNUCKLE... | Tom Holland Wolf-Girl, the Greeks & the Gods: a Tale of the Persian Wars