Hermes: Tales of the Trickster cover

Hermes: Tales of the Trickster

Author: O'Connor, George

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 3.7
Points 1.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 5136
Points per Word 0.000195
Page Count 76
Points per Page 0.013158
Series Olympians

Description

This graphic novel follows Hermes, the trickster god of Greek mythology, from his infancy through his adolescence and adulthood. In the story, young Hermes bewitches animals, steals Apollo's prize cattle, and eventually becomes the father of the mischievous god Pan. The book is part of the Olympians series and is written at a middle grade reading level.

Quick Summary

This graphic retelling turns the mischievous Greek god Hermes into a cunning kid-friendly hero who outsmarts everyone from giants to gods with his quick wit and trickster magic. Kids will love the wild baby Hermes stealing cattle from Apollo, bewitching animals into doing his bidding, and growing up to become the father of the equally wild Pan, all shown in action-packed comic panels that zip along at lightning speed. If your kid loves the clever scheming and magical mischief of "The Lightning Thief" or "Dog Man," they'll be obsessed with Hermes and his endless tricks. Perfect for kids ages 8 to 12 in grades 3 through 7 who crave fast-paced graphic adventures with a rebellious, quick-witted hero.