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Synopsis
The souls of the dead must cross the Styx, to pass into a Hades-like afterworld. In the first of the twelve stories compiled in A House-Boat on the Styx, the man who ferries the souls across sees a houseboat floating downriver and fears for his livelihood. He is appointed janitor on the boat, where the remaining stories take place between characters from history and mythology.
Is A House-Boat on the Styx appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A humorous fantasy featuring historical and mythological figures meeting in the afterlife. Gentle satire with no violence, sexual content, or strong language—content is appropriate for teens and adults.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death.
Who'll love this
Readers who enjoy clever wordplay and humor will appreciate famous historical figures meeting in unexpected situations.