The Odyssey by Homer
This epic poem follows the Greek hero Odysseus on his journey home after the fall of Troy. It takes Odysseus ten years to reach Ithaca after the ten-year Trojan War. Along the way, he encounters many obstacles including mythical creatures, divine beings, and natural disasters. Meanwhile, back in Ithaca, his wife Penelope and son Telemachus fend off suitors vying for Penelope's hand in marriage, believing Odysseus to be dead. The story concludes with Odysseus's return, his slaughter of the suitors, and his reunion with his family.
The 22nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- -740
- Nationality
- Greek
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 300-500
- Words
- 120,000
- Original Language
- Ancient Greek
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 1st on The 100 Stories that Shaped the World (BBC)
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- 2nd on 100 Essential Books (Bravo! Magazine)
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- 10th on Top 100 World Literature Titles (Perfection Learning)
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