Joseph Coelho
The Boy Lost in the Maze
The Boy Lost in the Maze
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Joseph Coelho's verse novel blends Greek myth with a 21st-century quest, following Theseus and Theo on their journeys to find their fathers and discover true manhood.
Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 06 October 2022
Publisher: Otter-Barry Books Ltd
Joseph Coelho's Verse Novel: A Masterful Blend of Greek Myth and 21st-Century Quest
In this highly acclaimed and prize-winning verse novel, Joseph Coelho brilliantly blends Greek myth with a 21st-century quest. Set in Ancient Greece, "Theseus" follows the journey of a young man named Theseus as he embarks on a dangerous and courageous quest to find his father. Along the way, he encounters the Minotaur in the Labyrinth, a terrifying creature that has been terrorizing the people of Athens. Meanwhile, in the modern-day, "Theo" is a teenage boy who finds himself on a maze-like quest to find his own father. Both stories revolve around the theme of a boy becoming a man and discovering what true manhood really means.
The path to self-discovery takes Theo through "those thin spaces where myth, magic, and reality combine. Doubts, difficulties, and dangers must be faced as Theo discovers the man he will become. The novel's lyrical prose and vivid imagery transport readers to the ancient world of Greece, where they can experience the same challenges and triumphs that Theseus and Theo face.
Joseph Coelho's verse novel is a testament to the power of storytelling and the enduring relevance of Greek myth. It has received numerous awards and accolades, including the Costa Book Award and the Carnegie Medal. Whether you are a fan of Greek mythology or simply enjoy a well-crafted story, "Theseus" and "Theo" are sure to captivate and inspire you.
Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913074333
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