The Odyssey

Series: Puffin Classics
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The Odyssey by Geraldine McCaughrean is an adaptation of Homer's epic tale, crafted for younger readers. It follows the adventurous journey of Odysseus as he attempts to return home from the Trojan War, facing numerous mythical creatures and divine challenges. The story highlights themes of courage, loyalty, and perseverance, making it both engaging and educational for children.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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The Odyssey

After ten years of war, Odysseus turns his back on Troy and sets sail for home. But his voyage takes another ten years and he must face many dangers. Polyphemus the greedy one-eyed giant, Scylla the six-headed sea monster and even the wrath of the gods themselves, before he is reunited with his wife and son.

Follow Odysseus, the hero of ancient Greece, on his perilous journey home.

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Rediscover Puffin Classics - everyone's favourite stories.

The epic journey of Odysseus, the hero of Ancient Greece...

After ten years of war, Odysseus turns his back on Troy and sets sail for home. But his voyage takes another ten years, and he must face many dangers - Polyphemus the greedy one-eyed giant, Scylla the six-headed sea monster, and even the wrath of the gods themselves - before he is reunited with his wife and son.

Brilliantly retold by award-winning author, Geraldine McCaughrean.

Series: Puffin Classics

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140383096

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 September 1997

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin Classics

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 177.0mm

Weight: 98g

Pages: 144

About the Author

GERALDINE McCAUGHREAN is a highly acclaimed writer of children's books, whose talents have been recognised with the award of the most prestigious prizes in children's books - the Carnegie Medal, the Guardian Children's Fiction Award, the Whitbread Award and others. She lives in Berkshire.

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