
Homer's Iliad and the Odyssey
Two of the Greatest Stories Ever Told
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Narrated by:
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Leighton Pugh
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Gillian Cross
When first published, Walker’s versions of the Iliad and the Odyssey attracted attention for the quality of the writing.
Multi-award-winning author Gillian Cross makes two of the greatest stories in the world come alive for children in her strong, clear, deceptively simple retellings, which are faithful to the spirit and structure of Homer’s epic poems, and this new bind-up in a friendly format comes complete with an introduction.
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I've now been able to enhance my appreciation of the works with the analysis provided by professors in the great courses, etc. And I might even someday attempt to get through a more rigorous translation.
One interesting note - this simplified version of the Odyssey recounts the events of the story in chronological order, which is probably a good strategy considering this is a simplified version. In the actual Odyssey, the events are presented in a much different way, with flashbacks and the like creating a dramatic tension of their own. For example, in the non-simplified versions, Odysseus doesn't even appear in the story until a significant amount of material is presented.
Also, some critical backstory to the Iliad (even though it isn't in the story itself) is helpfully presented, specifically the golden apple episode and how it led to Greece attacking Troy.
Welcome introduction to Homer for mere mortals
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my 9 yo son loved it
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nice voice
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Homer’s Iliad and the Odyssey
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Excellent Narration and Story
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The story
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Well done
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