Bellerophon and the winged horse Pegasus launch into the blue sky in search of the dreaded three-headed Chimera, but will success go to the hero’s head? Orpheus, devastated by the death of his wife, Eurydice, dares the dangers of the kingdom of the dead in an attempt to bring her back to life. Echo loves Narcissus but the only person that he loves is himself: a story that can only end in sadness. These and other colourful legends from ancient Greece are retold in lively fashion.
About the Author
Edward Ferrie is a teacher, writer, linguist and photographer, an ex-judo champion and special correspondent for the Guardian, and a former royal bodyguard. He has produced numerous books on judo, martial arts, physical training and combat sports as well as writing audiobooks on Greek and Norse myths for Naxos AudioBooks. He currently works and lives with his two daughters in Newcastle upon Tyne.