Strong Stuff: Herakles and His Labors.

I just found this book recently, I'm not sure how I missed it. Published in 2005, Strong Stuff: Herakles and His Labors is a hirlarious and fun book chronicling Herakles' ten labors.

The book is written by John Harris and illustrated by one of my favorite painters, Gary Baseman.

Baseman's Herakles is a funny, Flintstone looking oaf who has Totoro eyes. Does he have lofty thoughts running through his head or is it an empty dome up on those massive shoulders? Decide for yourself.

The story is written with a brisk pace, just enough time to give kids a flavor for Herakles' superheroic life without boring them back to the TV. There is even a little pronunciation guide for each labor.

If you love Greek myths and can apprecieate Baseman's cartoony style, this is a great book. Besides, you can pick up a used copy on Amazon for about a dollar + postage.