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Title:
Odysseus, the Hero of Ithaca
Adapted from the Third Book of the Primary Schools of Athens, Greece
Note: Reading ease score: 87.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Ron Swanson
Summary: "Odysseus, the Hero of Ithaca" by Homer is an adapted educational text aimed at young readers, likely written in the late 19th century. This retelling focuses on the legendary figure Odysseus and his adventures, starting from the events leading to the Trojan War and extending through his long journey home to Ithaca. The book is designed to introduce children to Greek mythology and the character of a hero that embodies loyalty, bravery, and wisdom. The beginning of the book sets the stage for Odysseus's saga, detailing the origins of the Trojan War sparked by the abduction of Queen Helen by Paris, a prince of Troy. The narrative introduces key figures, such as Agamemnon, Menelaos, and Odysseus, highlighting the conflict and camaraderie among the Greek leaders as they band together for a ten-year siege of Troy. The adaptation also references the clever strategy of the infamous wooden horse that ultimately leads to Troy's downfall. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Odysseus, known for his cunning and resourcefulness, finds himself entangled in a series of challenges that will test his character on his arduous journey home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE
Editor: Burt, Mary E. (Mary Elizabeth), 1850-1918
Translator: Ragozin, Zénaïde A. (Zénaïde Alexeïevna), 1835-1924
EBook No.: 24856
Published: Mar 16, 2008
Downloads: 89
Language: English
Subject: Classical literature
Subject: Homer -- Translations into English
Subject: Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into English
Subject: Classical poetry -- Translations into English
Subject: Odysseus, King of Ithaca (Mythological character) -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Odysseus, the Hero of Ithaca
Adapted from the Third Book of the Primary Schools of Athens, Greece
Note: Reading ease score: 87.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Ron Swanson
Summary: "Odysseus, the Hero of Ithaca" by Homer is an adapted educational text aimed at young readers, likely written in the late 19th century. This retelling focuses on the legendary figure Odysseus and his adventures, starting from the events leading to the Trojan War and extending through his long journey home to Ithaca. The book is designed to introduce children to Greek mythology and the character of a hero that embodies loyalty, bravery, and wisdom. The beginning of the book sets the stage for Odysseus's saga, detailing the origins of the Trojan War sparked by the abduction of Queen Helen by Paris, a prince of Troy. The narrative introduces key figures, such as Agamemnon, Menelaos, and Odysseus, highlighting the conflict and camaraderie among the Greek leaders as they band together for a ten-year siege of Troy. The adaptation also references the clever strategy of the infamous wooden horse that ultimately leads to Troy's downfall. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Odysseus, known for his cunning and resourcefulness, finds himself entangled in a series of challenges that will test his character on his arduous journey home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE
Editor: Burt, Mary E. (Mary Elizabeth), 1850-1918
Translator: Ragozin, Zénaïde A. (Zénaïde Alexeïevna), 1835-1924
EBook No.: 24856
Published: Mar 16, 2008
Downloads: 89
Language: English
Subject: Classical literature
Subject: Homer -- Translations into English
Subject: Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into English
Subject: Classical poetry -- Translations into English
Subject: Odysseus, King of Ithaca (Mythological character) -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.