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Homer, The Odyssey

Homer, The Odyssey1987

Jasper Griffin

About this book

Rouse discusses the background of the poem and that the epic is built upon the interplay of themes such as travel, hospitality, loyalty, family affection, and women.

Details

First published
1987
OL Work ID
OL3407743W

Subjects

Epic poetry, GreekGreek Epic poetryHistory and criticismOdysseus (Greek mythology) in literatureHomerIn literature

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