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The Odyssey

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After the brutal war with the Trojans and the mourning of the death of Achilles, the heroic king Ulysses sets course for home but in the process insults the god Poseidon. The angry god causes Ulysses and his crew to wander the sea for years as they get tempted by banished gods, fight off mighty monsters and even descend to the gates of the Greek hell, Tartarus, to rescue a wayward crew member. Meanwhile those in Ulysses kingdom try to court his forlorn wife who eagerly await her husband's return.

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Erscheinungsdatum
05. Juli 2016
Sprache
englisch
Seitenanzahl
272
Reihe
Dover Thrift Editions: Literary Collections
Autor/Autorin
Homer
Verlag/Hersteller
Produktart
gebunden
Gewicht
549 g
Größe (L/B/H)
235/157/19 mm
ISBN
9781365239045

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Homer

Homer, the legendary ancient Greek poet, is traditionally credited with composing The Iliad and The Odyssey, two foundational epics of Western literature. Believed to have lived in the 8th or 7th century BC, Homer's works are set in the context of the Trojan War and its aftermath, drawing on the rich oral storytelling traditions of ancient Greece. His epics not only narrate heroic exploits but also delve deeply into human emotions and moral dilemmas, showcasing a profound understanding of the human condition. The details of Homer's life remain shrouded in mystery, and scholars have long debated his historical existence. He is often portrayed as a blind bard, though this depiction is largely symbolic and unverified. The "Homeric Question," a scholarly debate about whether the two epics were composed by a single individual or evolved through collective oral tradition, reflects the complex origins of these texts. Regardless, Homer's works became central to Greek education and culture, serving as moral and literary exemplars. Homer's influence extends far beyond antiquity, shaping the literary canon and inspiring generations of writers, artists, and thinkers. His epics introduced timeless themes of heroism, fate, and the pursuit of knowledge, resonating across cultures and eras. As the earliest surviving works of Greek literature, they provide invaluable insights into the mythology, religion, and social structures of ancient Greece, solidifying Homer's status as a cornerstone of Western literary heritage.

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