The Odyssey
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Ja
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Erscheinungsdatum
14.11.2025
Verlag
E-artnowSeitenzahl
265 (Printausgabe)
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715 KB
Übersetzt von
Samuel Butler
Sprache
Englisch
EAN
4066339593923
The Odyssey, attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer, is an exhilarating epic that follows the perilous, wonder-filled journey of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, as he struggles to return home after the Trojan War. Known for his wit, resourcefulness, and at times troublesome pride, Odysseus becomes the center of a sweeping adventure that moves across seas haunted by gods, monsters, and temptations that test his resolve at every turn. The story opens not with Odysseus himself, but with his household in turmoil. His wife, Penelope-renowned for her intelligence and steadfast loyalty-fends off relentless suitors who pressure her to abandon hope of Odysseus's return. Meanwhile, their son, Telemachus, steps hesitantly into adulthood, searching for news of his father and struggling to assert his place in a kingdom on the brink of collapse. His journey mirrors his father's in quieter ways, filled with lessons in honor, courage, and the responsibilities of leadership. Odysseus's own path is far harsher. As he attempts to sail home, he encounters the enchanting yet dangerous nymph Calypso, the hypnotic songs of the Sirens, the brutal force of the Cyclops Polyphemus, and the supernatural whims of gods like Athena and Poseidon-each shaping his fate in powerful ways. Through storms, shipwrecks, and divine interventions, Odysseus must rely on his cunning mind as much as his physical strength, while the tension of whether he will reach Ithaca-and what awaits him there-drives the story forward with gripping suspense.
The Odyssey stands as a cornerstone of Western literature, influencing centuries of storytelling, from epic fantasy to modern adventure narratives. Its exploration of identity, perseverance, and the longing for home resonates across cultures. The poem's enduring legacy continues to shape literary tradition, mythic imagination, and our understanding of the ancient world.
The Odyssey stands as a cornerstone of Western literature, influencing centuries of storytelling, from epic fantasy to modern adventure narratives. Its exploration of identity, perseverance, and the longing for home resonates across cultures. The poem's enduring legacy continues to shape literary tradition, mythic imagination, and our understanding of the ancient world.
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