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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.
Find out everything you need to know about The Odyssey in a fraction of the time!
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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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.
Find out everything you need to know about The Odyssey in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
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Greek poet
Homer would have lived in the 8th century B.C.
His works:
The Iliad, epic poem
The 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
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