"Lockettopia: Greek Gods and Heroes" (SPECIAL EDITION hardcover book)
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Discover the myths that shaped civilization through a modern lens. Lockett Illustrated: Greek Gods and Heroes is a breathtaking art book written and illustrated by award-winning artist Tyler Miles Lockett, featuring over 150 full-page illustrations crafted across three years of dedicated work.
Blending the vivid enchantment of a storybook with the historical depth of ancient sources like Homer, Hesiod, Apollodorus, and Apollonius, each page invites readers into a world where history, mythology, and art intertwine. Every illustration is paired with a concise, engaging text; making complex myths accessible to both casual readers and devoted mythology enthusiasts.
*SPECIAL EDITION INCLUDES:
1.) Custom magnetic "Lockettopia" box with goldfoil cover and art printed on all sides and interior
2.) 6 humourous travelogue postcards. Mail them to friends or just put up on your fridge
3.) Sticker sheet with mythic characters and scenes
4.) Custom book slip-case with gold foil on both sides
5.) Orpheus in underworld Book mark
6.) Premium Hardback book (356 pages) with edge paper spray
What makes this book different than other Greek myth books:
📖 A Fresh Angle: Each illustration pairs with a single page of text, structured in three parts: "Heroes Voice", "Excavate", and "Ariadne's Threads."
🗣️ Heroes Voice: The myths told in first person, present tense. The hero speaks directly to you, guiding you through their own journey as it happens.
🏺 Excavate: Real historical and cultural context behind the myths, the kind of detail that turns "just a story" into a window on the ancient world.
🧵 Ariadne's Threads: Cross-references linking related characters and motifs across the book, so you can read chronologically or wander through the tapestry your own way.
🧠 Mentor: Multiple-choice quizzes at the end of each chapter, testing what you've learned.
✨ Flat-rate worldwide shipping — orders ship from the U.S. & U.K.
