Odyssey Vol. 1

Homer is a legendary ancient Greek poet who stands at the origins of European literature. Little is known about his personality: traditionally he is depicted as a blind old man who lived in the 8th century BC. Despite the mystery of his biography, Homer's name is forever associated with two of the greatest epic poems - the Iliad and the Odyssey, which have remained among the most widely read works in the world for almost three millennia.

This edition presents the poem "Odyssey", which tells about the heroic journey of Odysseus, the king of Ithaca, who after the end of the Trojan War seeks to return home to his faithful wife Penelope and son Telemachus.

The first volume includes twelve songs describing the beginning of Odysseus' wanderings. The reader will get acquainted with the incredible adventures of the hero: his capture on the island of the nymph Calypso, dangerous meetings with Aeolus, the ruler of the winds, and the sorceress Circe on the island of Aea. Odysseus must endure a tragic voyage between the terrible monsters Charybdis and Scylla, which symbolize the choice between two deadly dangers.

Homer masterfully narrates the strength of spirit, courage and wisdom of Odysseus, emphasizing his ingenuity and unbreakable will. But the Odyssey is not only a heroic epic. It is a profound reflection on human destiny, loyalty, love and the struggle to return to one's roots.

This edition has been made with special care to convey the greatness of the original text. An excellent translation and commentary make the poem accessible to the modern reader, preserving its poetic beauty and philosophical depth. The Odyssey is an immortal work that will find a response in the heart of everyone who opens this book.