A Touch of Wind!
A Touch of Wind! by Steve Barlow is a New Ed edition published by Barn Owl in 2006, featuring 91 pages in English. This book presents a unique interpretation of Greek myths through the lens of four schoolmates—Perce, Andy, Willard, and Eddie—who embark on an unexpected adventure during a field trip to Bogmouth. Their encounter with a mysterious old man on the beach reveals him to be Odysseus, leading them into a series of thrilling escapades as they navigate his legendary voyages.
Readers will find themselves immersed in a narrative filled with action and humor as the boys assist Odysseus in overcoming challenges posed by figures such as Circe, the Sirens, and the cycloptic giant Polyphemos. This engaging story combines elements of juvenile fiction with themes from folklore and mythology, making it a captivating read for those interested in adventurous tales that blend the modern with the ancient.
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In this clever take on Greek myths, schoolmates Perce, Andy, Willard, and Eddie think their school field trip to cold, wet, and dreary Bogmouth is the pits. Things go from bad to worse when the boys meet a strange old man on the beach, who turns out to be Odysseus. Harrowing adventures ensue when the foursome finds itself in the midst of Odysseus’s voyages, where they help him outwit Circe and her magic potions, the Sirens and their shipwrecking songs, and the cycloptic giant Polyphemos.
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