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Όμηρος, Emily R. Wilson

The Odyssey

1967

The Odyssey is an ancient Greek epic poem that follows the hero Odysseus on his ten-year journey home to Ithaca after the Trojan War, encountering mythical creatures, gods, and numerous obstacles along the way. This translation by Emily Wilson presents Homer's classic tale of adventure, loyalty, and the struggle between divine will and human determination.

Epic poetryGreek poetry, translations into englishClassical philologyPoetry (poetic works by one author)New York Times reviewedMythology, greek, juvenile literatureOdysseus (greek mythology)Odysseus (greek mythology), juvenile literature

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"Milton drew on Homeric narrative techniques and the theme of wandering and return for his epic poetry."

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"Homer's epic journey narrative provided the structural framework for Bearden's series exploring African-American migration and cultural odyssey."

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Ursula K. Le Guin Masters and Rebels of the Literary Tradition

"Homer's epic served as a counterpoint for Le Guin's advocacy of alternative story structures, moving away from heroic journeys toward narratives of gathering and community."

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