The Odyssey (Puffin Classics)
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Book Details
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Publisher: Puffin Books
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Author: Geraldine McCaughrean
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Language: English, Ancient Greek
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ISBN: 9780140383096
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Binding: Paperback
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Format: Illustrated
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Pages: 144
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Dimensions: 6.9 x 5.0 x 0.5 inches
About the Book:
This is an illustrated version of Homer's "The Odyssey", retold by Geraldine McCaughrean. After ten long years of war, Odysseus sails away from the ruins of Troy, eager to return home. However, his journey is far from simple. What should have been a short voyage turns into a decade-long odyssey, filled with dangers and adventures.
Throughout the story, Odysseus encounters terrifying challenges, including Polyphemus, the giant with a single eye, Scylla, the six-headed sea monster, and the wrath of the gods. All of these trials stand between him and a reunion with his beloved wife Penelope and his son Telemachus.
Geraldine McCaughrean’s retelling captures the essence of Greek mythology, bringing the ancient world to life for a new generation of readers. The illustrations add an engaging visual element to the timeless tale of courage, sacrifice, and the will to return home.
