Return To Ithaca by Eyvind Johnson
The Odyssey Retold
The book is a modern retelling of the ancient Greek epic, focusing on the journey and inner struggles of a man returning home after a long absence. It explores themes of identity, memory, and the passage of time as the protagonist navigates the challenges of reintegration into his former life. Through encounters with familiar and new characters, the narrative delves into the complexities of human relationships and the enduring quest for belonging and understanding in a world that has changed during his absence.
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- Published
- 1946
- Nationality
- Swedish
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Swedish
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- Alternate Titles
- - Strändernas svall
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 14th on The Century's Most Significant Swedish Books (The TV program Röda Rummet (SVT))
- 22nd on Introduction to a top 100 list of Swedish books. (BIF (Biblioteket i fokus))