| Author |
Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE |
| Translator |
Butcher, S. H. (Samuel Henry), 1850-1910 |
| Translator |
Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912 |
| Title |
The Odyssey of Homer
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
See also PG#1727 and PG#3160
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Odyssey
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| Credits |
Jim Tinsley
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| Summary |
"The Odyssey of Homer" by Homer is an ancient epic poem believed to have been composed in the late 8th century BC. This work follows the perilous journey of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, as he attempts to return home after the Trojan War, facing numerous trials and adventures along the way. The narrative centers around themes of heroism, loyalty, and the struggle against fate, with a particular focus on the trials of Odysseus's family, especially his son Telemachus and wife Penelope, as they cope with the suitors encroaching upon their home. At the start of "The Odyssey," the narrative introduces us to the plight of Odysseus, who has been stranded on the island of the nymph Calypso for several years, longing for his home and wife. The opening section details a council of gods discussing Odysseus's return and the struggles faced by his family back in Ithaca, where suitors are taking advantage of his absence. Telemachus, feeling lost without his father, receives guidance from the goddess Athena, who encourages him to seek news of Odysseus's fate. As Telemachus prepares to embark on his journey to find his father, we see the themes of struggle, hope, and divine intervention that thread throughout the epic. The opening lays the groundwork for the adventures and emotional journeys that will unfold throughout Odysseus's long quest for home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Homer -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Odysseus, King of Ithaca (Mythological character)
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
1728 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 1999 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 19, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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