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Classic Starts (R): The Odyssey

Series: Classic Starts
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Classic Starts (R): The Odyssey is a retelling of Homer's epic tailored for young readers. It follows the adventurous journey of Odysseus trying to return home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. Throughout his voyage, he encounters various mythical creatures, faces trials, and learns lessons of courage and wisdom, all while longing to reunite with his family. This adaptation makes the ancient tale accessible and engaging for children.
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You might enjoy this book if you love adventurous tales filled with mythical creatures and epic journeys. It's perfect for young readers interested in ancient stories of heroism, featuring a brave hero's quest filled with challenges and learning moments. This retelling adapts a classic epic in a way that's engaging and accessible for children.

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Homers epic tale of the warrior Odysseuss decades-long struggle to return home after the Trojan War is simply and beautifully retold, with all the drama intact. Young readers will thrill at Odysseuss adventures with the man-eating Cyclops; the enchantress Circe, who turns his crew into pigs; and the angry sea god Poseidon.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

Homer's epic tale of the warrior Odysseus's decades-long struggle to return home after the Trojan War is simply and beautifully retold in Classic Starts (R): The Odyssey, with all the drama intact.

Young readers will thrill at Odysseus's adventures with the man-eating Cyclops, the enchantress Circe—who turns his crew into pigs—and the angry sea god Poseidon.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781402773341

Publisher: Union Square & Co.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 June 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: Union Square Kids

Illustration: b/w throughout, 10 illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Pober
  • Illustrated by Freeberg
  • Abridged by Tania Homer
  • Afterword by Zamorsky

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 136.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 322g

Pages: 160

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Classic Fiction Series: Classic Starts

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