The Children's Homer

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SKU: 9780689868832
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The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy

By Padraic Colum

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Summary

The Children's Homer by Padraic Colum is a retelling of the classic stories of the Iliad and the Odyssey. It introduces young readers to the adventures of the Greek hero Odysseus, starting from the Trojan War and following his epic journey home. The narrative captures the mythical battles, the gods' involvement, and Odysseus's trials, offering an engaging exploration of these ancient tales for children.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you love timeless tales of adventure and heroism, reimagining the legendary stories of ancient Greece. It's a great introduction for young readers to the exciting world of Odysseus, capturing the intrigue and wonder of epic adventures.

The Children's Homer

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From master storyteller Padriac Colum, winner of a Newbery Honor for The Golden Fleece, comes a collection of fifteen timeless stories inspired by classic Greek literature.

Travel back to a mythical time when Achilles, aided by the gods, waged war against the Trojans. And join Odysseus on his journey through murky waters, facing obstacles like the terrifying Scylla and whirring Charybdis, the beautiful enchantress Circe, and the land of the raging Cyclôpes. Using narrative threads from The Iliad and The Odyssey, Padraic Colum weaves a stunning adventure with all the drama and power that Homer intended.

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Colum's rendition of the Greek epics is highly praised as an unmatched introduction for young readers to classic myths, with a focus on engaging storytelling and vibrant retellings.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780689868832

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 August 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Illustration: f-c cvr; b&w int

Contributors:

Illustrated by Willy Pogany

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 204g

Pages: 256

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Padraic Colum Young Adult

About the Author

Padraic Colum (1881–1972) was a poet, a playwright, and a leader of the Irish Renaissance, but he is best known for his works for children, including The Children of Odin and The Golden Fleece (a Newbery Honor Book).

William Andrew (“Willy”) Pogany (August 1882–July 30, 1955) was a prolific Hungarian illustrator of children’s and other books.