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The Odyssey

by Homer

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A homeward voyage from Greek myth

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A homeward voyage from Greek myth

After the Trojan War, Odysseus’s journey home becomes a decade-long passage through dangers involving Polyphemus, Scylla and the gods. This revised adaptation of Homer’s epic, retold by Geraldine McCaughrean, follows that voyage toward reunion with Odysseus’s wife and son. Its focus on mythic encounters and a hero’s return gives young readers a clear entry point into a foundational Greek tale.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 9–12 exploring Greek myths and legends
  • Young readers interested in perilous journeys and ancient heroes
  • Families seeking an adaptation of Homer’s epic for younger readers

Themes

HomecomingPerseverance through dangerGreek mythologyFamily reunion

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Book overview

Embark on one of the greatest adventures ever told, the epic journey of Odysseus, hero of Ancient Greece. . .

After ten years of war, Odysseus turns his back on Troy and sets sail for home. But his voyage takes another ten years and he must face many dangers--Polyphemus the greedy one-eyed giant, Scylla the six-headed sea monster and even the wrath of the gods themselves--before he is reunited with his wife and son.

Brilliantly retold by award-winning author, Geraldine McCaughrean, this accessible adaptation brings Homer's timeless tale to life with clear, engaging language and fast-paced storytelling.
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