The Odyssey by Nikos Kazantzakis
A Modern Sequel
The book in question is a modern sequel to Homer's classic epic, "The Odyssey," reimagining the adventures of its hero in the 20th century. After the fall of Troy, the protagonist embarks on a long and arduous journey back to his homeland, facing numerous trials and tribulations along the way. The narrative explores themes of heroism, the search for meaning, and the struggle against fate, as the protagonist encounters a host of new characters and challenges, ultimately striving to understand his place in a world that has vastly changed since his time in ancient myth.
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- Published
- 1938
- Nationality
- Greek
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 824
- Original Language
- Greek
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- Fifty French Writers Choose Their Favorite 10 Books - Honourable Mention (On en garde 10 ! Pour la litteĢrature)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)