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Medusa

by Nigel Suckling, Chris Achilleos
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Medusa
Medusa

Mythological retelling through a modern artist's lens.

If Greek mythology intrigues you, Chris Achilleos's "Medusa" offers a fresh modern take through spectacular artistry. It's more than just a book; it's a visual journey that reimagines an ancient tale with vibrancy and imagination. It's a blend of storytelling and captivating illustrations that could make Greek myths come alive for you in a whole new way.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Medusa

by Nigel Suckling, Chris Achilleos
₱500.00 Now ₱400.00 Save 20%
Compare to estimated retail price: ₱1,300.00 PHP  

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ISBN: 9781850280521
Authors: Nigel Suckling, Chris Achilleos
Publisher: Avery Pub Group
Date of Publication: 1987-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Art, Creative Nonfiction, History
Related Topics: Art Books Monographs, Art and Photography, Architecture
Goodreads rating: 4.13
(rated by 38 readers)
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Mythological retelling through a modern artist's lens.

If Greek mythology intrigues you, Chris Achilleos's "Medusa" offers a fresh modern take through spectacular artistry. It's more than just a book; it's a visual journey that reimagines an ancient tale with vibrancy and imagination. It's a blend of storytelling and captivating illustrations that could make Greek myths come alive for you in a whole new way.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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