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The Odyssey

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The Odyssey

By: Homer, George Herbert Palmer - translator
Narrated by: Norman Dietz
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Surviving the Trojan War was just the beginning of the adventure for Odysseus. What lay ahead was a journey home that would last for years as he encountered gods and monsters before finally returning home - only to face the greatest threat to his happiness of all. This translation of Homer's classic tale captures all the timeless excitement and gripping drama that have made it a favorite for centuries.

(P)1989 by Recorded Books, Inc. Ancient, Classical & Medieval Literature Classics European Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Poetry World Literature Fiction Mythology Ancient History Greek Classics

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Few stories last a generation, and even fewer can survive the rise and fall of civilizations. Homer's Odyssey has, like few other texts, entertained and educated people since around the end of the 8th century BC. The sequel to the Iliad, this tale is the great journey of Odysseus after the fall of Troy. Norman Dietz, an award-winning narrator, gives a serious performance and brings an authority to the text, ensuring listeners will enjoy hearing Homer's epic poem in the same oral tradition loved by the ancient Greeks.
Captivating Classic • Emotional Depth • Brilliant Performance • Timeless Tale • Grand Adventure • Engaging Narration
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loved it. always have.

nice narration, also.
nothing else to say but more words are demanded.

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say what you will about some of the translation choices(E: messenger becoming speedy comer) this is a classic story that I'm glad is included with the membership

a classic story

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Brilliant! Great narration, really made the story come alive. Translation was also quite good. Very fluid. Thank you

Brilliant!

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recording isn't the best, translation is very listenable, story as old as time itself. glad it was included

easy translation, poor sound quality

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I enjoyed this so much. it's been a while since I read Odyssey. The reading is calm and yet stern.

Fantastic Re-reading of Classic

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Was curious about this story and I'm glad I got to listen to this story. The narrator was a bit fast at times and I wish he did a better job at giving various characters different voices but I enjoyed it nonetheless.

A Grand Adventure story.

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Wish I knew Ancient Greek and could experience this as it was originally performed. This is the next best thing

Loved it!

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A masterpiece you know you should read in your lifetime , but you don't so listening to it here is fantastic

Excellent

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Enjoyed revisiting this epic tale! It’s interesting how influential this story is, even today. Highly recommended!

Classic!

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I never knew how captivating a book from so long ago could be. This is a book filled with emotion, depth, and adventure. Also, great narration. Need to read more such books in my finite life.

Great narration of a timeless book

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