The Odyssey by Homer (Book Analysis) E-Book

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Unlock the more straightforward side of The Odyssey with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!

This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Odyssey, a classic piece of literature and focuses on Odysseus, a man who has been separated from his family for years, as he tries to travel back to Ithaca and be reunited with his wife. The journey is not easy; he faces cyclopes, attacks and a shipwreck. But after seven years away from his loved ones on an island, he is prepared to do anything to get back. Homeric epics, such as The Odyssey, are considered to have been the greatest influence on ancient Greek culture and education, proving the impact of these incredible works on such an influential era. 

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This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection

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Homer

Greek poet

Homer would have lived in the 8th century B.C.His works:The Iliad, epic poemThe Odyssey, epic poem

Very little is known about Homer. Due to this lack of information, many specialists have doubted his existence. There are therefore two different viewpoints regarding Homer’s life:

Those that believe Homer existed. The see him as a bard; a poet who told stories, having lived between the 8th and 7th century B.C. They also believe him to be the author of The Iliad and The Odyssey.Those who don’t believe he existed and that the name Homer was just the name given to a group of bards who together wrote the two works for which he is credited.

At this time, the debate has still not been resolved and each side has valuable arguments.

The Odyssey

An epic poem passed through generations

Genre: epic poemReference edition: Homer (1891) The Odyssey. Trans. Buckley, T.A. London: George Bell and Sons.Written: around the 8th century B.C.Themes: wandering, the rage of the Gods, destiny, mythology, love

The Odyssey is a Greek epic poem with more than 12000 verses. The story is divided into 24 books and focuses on the character of Odysseus and his return from the Trojan War. It is split into three main sections; firstly, the assembly of the gods when it is decided that Odysseus will return to Ithaca; then the adventures Odysseus experiences in the ten years between leaving Troy and arriving in Ithaca; and finally Odysseus’ return and his revenge on his contenders, which wins him back his family, his honour and his assets.

The work’s originality, which has inspired many authors throughout the ages, has given it an international reputation and its effects are still visible today.

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