{"product_id":"the-odyssey-by-homer-9781907326585","title":"The Odyssey","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn epic journey of adventure, endurance, and the search for home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Odyssey\u003c\/i\u003e, Homer crafts one of the oldest and most influential adventure stories in Western literature. The poem follows Odysseus, the cunning king of Ithaca, as he battles gods, monsters, and temptation on his ten-year quest to return home after the Trojan War. Facing shipwrecks, the wrath of Poseidon, and the allure of the witch-goddess Circe, Odysseus’s journey is a timeless exploration of loyalty, perseverance, and the human spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs Penelope and Telemachus struggle to defend their home from unruly suitors, Odysseus must rely on his wit and courage to overcome every obstacle. \u003ci\u003eThe Odyssey\u003c\/i\u003e’s vivid storytelling, mythical landscapes, and unforgettable characters have inspired readers for nearly three millennia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside the book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe legendary adventures of Odysseus, from the Cyclops and Sirens to the Underworld\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThemes of loyalty, identity, hospitality, the meaning of home, and resilience in the face of adversity\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA cast of gods, monsters, and mortals whose stories echo through history\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eModern translation and Introduction by Prof. Ian Johnston\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for lovers of epic fiction, mythology, and classic literature, \u003ci\u003eThe Odyssey\u003c\/i\u003e remains a must-read for anyone seeking adventure, wisdom, and insight into the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47562873077996,"sku":"9781907326585","price":40.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781907326585-the-odyssey.jpg?v=1776989228","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/the-odyssey-by-homer-9781907326585","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}