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Liv Albert The Odyssey

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Binding: Hardback

Date Published: 04 Jun 2026

An absolute gem! - Jennifer Saint, Sunday Times bestselling author

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From perilous sea voyages and man-eating monsters to powerful witches and vengeful gods, experience the ultimate adventure in this modern retelling of Homer's Odyssey.

Take a journey across the sea and follow the heroic, catastrophic, and sometimes downright gruesome tales of the Greek king Odysseus as he travels home after the Trojan War.

Written by self-proclaimed Greek myth nerd and host of the Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! podcast, Liv Albert, this gripping middle-grade adventure brings the legend of Odysseus to life. It is a story of trickery, lies, and perseverance, where you can watch as Odysseus is tested to the limits by the Cyclops, sirens, and lots of meddling, angry gods.

Dive into a world of myth and monsters to discover:

  • A complex hero: This fresh perspective portrays Odysseus as he really was: a complex man who did many great things... and just as many bad.
  • Packed with facts: Littered with historical facts, maps, and character profiles, Liv brings all of her knowledge to make Greek myths for kids accessible and fun.
  • Striking illustrations: Bold artwork perfectly complements the action-packed narrative, making this thrilling journey the definitive version of The Odyssey for kids.


An essential introduction to ancient Greece for any young reader's library, this epic tale is an exciting gift for fans of ancient history and legends.

About the Author

Liv Albert is the host, creator, writer, editor, and producer of the Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! podcast, and passionate about all things Greek and Roman mythology. Liv studied English Literature and Classical Civilisations, and has authored two adult books on Greek mythology, including the bestselling title Greek Mythology: The Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Handbook. Her retelling of The Odyssey is her first children's book.

Hazem Asif is an illustrator who has worked internationally across various markets including publishing, film, and academia. He's collaborated with Google, Harper Collins, Bloomsbury, The Lancet HIV, and the Doha Film Institute.

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Stunning illustrations and sparkling storytelling make for a riveting retelling of The Odyssey which I will be pressing into the hands of every child I know! Liv's extra content on Homer's world is perfectly pitched for young readers, adding depth, nuance and much needed context to a timeless tale. This book is a total joy. This deserves to become a classic edition for a new generation of children. -- Elodie Harper * Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wolf Den trilogy *
Liv Albert brings the spirit of Homer's Odyssey to rich and vivid life in this sumptuously illustrated and thought-provoking retelling. It brims with excitement and adventure; so pacy and vibrant that readers won't even realise how much they're learning. This is a perfect introduction to the epic for anyone, bound to spark questions and discussion and inspire readers with further curiosity and intrigue for Greek mythology. Brilliantly crafted, wonderfully entertaining and a joy for those new to myth and established fans alike. An absolute gem! -- Jennifer Saint * Sunday Times bestselling author of Ariadne *
Hugely informative, stunningly illustrated and packed with fascinating facts, this is a joyful, exuberant ode to Homer's Odyssey that will enchant a whole new generation of readers - a pure delight to read. -- Emily Hauser * Times bestselling author of Mythica *
Liv Albert's lively and lucid retelling of the Odyssey, faithful to Homer's multifaceted epic, is ideal for young readers. This book shows us a world saturated in color (with vivid illustrations), characters, and incident. Informative insets offer windows into the bronze-age Aegean world and its mythology. This is a book with which to embark on a lifelong journey of reading, curiosity, and imagination. -- A. E. Stallings * award-winning poet and author of This Afterlife *
Accessible, awe-inspiring reinterpretation of an epic, sure to delight both new and familiar readers. -- Rachel Smythe * New York Times bestselling author of Lore Olympus *
Liv Albert's retelling of Homer's classic is a beautifully illustrated reimagining, replete with monsters, maps and moral complexity. * The Bookseller *

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