The Odyssey

The Odyssey

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https://openlibrary.org/books/OL7652753M

summary

This edition of the Odyssey is an excellent resource for those who want to experience an ancient epic poem with fresh eyes. The language has been updated and translated in a way that is easily accessible, yet retains the poetic beauty and rich storytelling of the original. This epic tale tells the story of Odysseus, a great warrior who embarks on a ten-year journey home to Ithaca after fighting in the Trojan War. Along the way, he endures hardships, battles fierce monsters, and navigates dangerous waters. Through it all, he remains steadfast in his determination to return home to his wife and son. This Webster's Thesaurus edition also includes synonyms and antonyms, making it easy for readers to fully engage with the text and appreciate the vivid imagery and character development.

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homer ꞏ greek epic poetry ꞏ epic ꞏ classic literature ꞏ poetry ꞏ classics ꞏ ancient greece ꞏ mythology ꞏ heroes ꞏ gods ꞏ monsters ꞏ journey ꞏ adventure ꞏ tragedy ꞏ war ꞏ legends ꞏ mediterranean ꞏ greek mythology ꞏ homecoming ꞏ sea voyage ꞏ odyssey ꞏ ithaca ꞏ trojan war ꞏ classic ꞏ translation ꞏ thesaurus