The Lightning Thief: An Academic Book Review
The Lightning Thief. Rick Riordan. USA: Miramax Books. 2005. 377 pp. 0-7868-5629-7. Greece was one of the most progressive countries back in the ancient times. As home of many respectable and notable scientists and philosophers, Greece is, despite its technology or lack thereof, a prominent contributor to today’s knowledge. Greek mythology refers to their beliefs, particularly in the different gods and goddesses that reside in Mount Olympus. The Lightning Thief is a fiction book that centers on Percy Jackson, his true heritage and the world beyond mundane means that has recently just come to his awareness. The Lightning Thief begins with the 12-year dyslexic and ADHD-diagnosed Percy Jackson. During a school trip to a museum, Percy gets attacked by his teacher, Mrs. Dodds, who transforms into a monster. Mr. Brunner, another one of Percy’s teachers, comes to the rescue and throws a pen in Percy’s direction an...