The Odyssey

SKU: 9781648337284
The Odyssey

The Odyssey

SKU: 9781648337284
Author: Homer
Paperback·Ages 18+

The Odyssey is the epic tale of Odysseus and his long, treacherous journey home following the fall of Troy.

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Over ten years, Odysseus encounters a series of trials that challenge his strength, intellect, and resolve. His adventures are filled with allegorical encounters with goddesses, dangerous sirens, and mythic creatures like the Cyclops, and he must navigate between the perilous threats of Scylla and Charybdis, two monsters that represent physical and moral dangers.

Despite the interference of vengeful gods, particularly Poseidon, Odysseus ultimately returns to his homeland, Ithaca, only to find his wife Penelope and son Telemachus besieged by unruly suitors. The saga of his struggle to reclaim his throne and reunite his family is as much about personal growth and wisdom as it is about physical survival.

The Odyssey remains one of the foundational works of Western literature, offering timeless lessons about perseverance, loyalty, identity, and the importance of family. Its themes resonate today, teaching us about facing challenges with cleverness, resilience, and moral integrity.

Book details

Format
Paperback
Reading age
18+
Pages
337
Publisher
Page Publications
Language
English
ISBN
9781648337284

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