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A Companion to Homer's Odyssey (Hardcover, New)
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A Companion to Homer's Odyssey (Hardcover, New)
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Odysseus lost his way, but students shouldn't have to. This
delightful companion, written in a lively narrative style and full
of fresh insights and interpretations, offers teachers a wealth of
ideas for making Homer's timeless epic come alive for students.
Introductory chapters provide the historical and mythological
background necessary to fully appreciate the events in the Odyssey.
A fascinating essay acquaints students with Homeric values and
another examines the Odyssey as literature, offering expert
discussion of the work's structure and poetic features and
situating it in the oral tradition it exemplifies. Maps, charts,
tables, and photographs help readers further appreciate the story
and its historical context. At the core of this resource are units
on each of the 24 books of the Odyssey; each is attractively
presented with an illustration, plot synopsis, and discussion of
theme and character development. Well-placed sidebars offer
supplemental information on various facets of classical antiquity,
such as the position of women in Ancient Greece, the role of
competitive sports, and interesting etymological aspects of the
Greek language. At the back of the book is a listing of main
characters, along with a handy pronunciation guide. Additional
appendices explore the enduring influence of the Odyssey in
literature, the arts, and even popular culture, with a separate
section examining Odyssean themes in movies. Useful ideas for
activities and classroom projects are offered, as are suggestions
for further reading and online research.
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