Homer's Odyssey: A Reading Guide

By Henry Power

A fresh and exciting approach to this great work of classical literatureHenry Power provides an overview of the whole poem, key extracts from the text and detailed commentary of crucial moments in the poem. Readers are encouraged to consider both the oral origins and the rich literary reception of this early epic whilst responding to core themes within it. Key Features* Aimed at new readers coming to the poem for the first time and those teaching it at universities alike* Includes innovative teaching strategies for engaging students with the poem

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0748641092
• ISBN13: 9780748641093
• Release Date: July 2011
• Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.9" x 9.1"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher