An ancient Greek epic poem chronicling Odysseus's perilous ten-year journey home after the Trojan War, facing mythical monsters, vengeful gods, and cunning trials.
Owned
No reviews yet
Owned
An ancient Greek epic poem chronicling Odysseus's perilous ten-year journey home after the Trojan War, facing mythical monsters, vengeful gods, and cunning trials.
About
Details
The Odyssey is the most enduring classic of western civilization, telling the story of Ulysses and his eventful voyage home after the Trojan War. This beautiful slipcase edition features Alexander Pope's classic 1726 translation which perfectly captures the lyricism of this epic poem. Featured alongside the text are wonderful illustrations derived from John Flaxman's neoclassical designs, as well as expert Dr Emma Woolerton's useful commentary. This elegant and timeless hardback edition makes a ...
What's Inside
will contain mild spoilers
Sexual content
AI
Implied sexual encounters between Odysseus and figures like Circe and Calypso; themes of infidelity and desire.
Violence & gore
AI
Frequent battles, monster attacks with graphic deaths like Cyclops eating men; massacre of suitors with bloodshed.
Profanity
AI
No profanity present.
Substance use
AI
Wine consumption in social settings; lotus-eaters induce forgetfulness through a plant, portrayed as hazardous.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
AI
Brief homoerotic undertones in warrior bonds, not central.
Religious content
AI
Central role of Greek gods intervening in human affairs; rituals, sacrifices, and prayers pervasive throughout.
Witchcraft / occult
AI
Circe uses magic to transform men into animals; necromancy in underworld scene with summoning spirits.
Political content
AI
Themes of kingship, hospitality laws, and societal order in ancient Greek context.
Self-harm / suicide
AI
Mention of Ajax's suicide; some characters express despair leading to self-endangerment.
Sexual assault
AI
Implied coercion in Odysseus's captivity by Calypso; threats to women by suitors.
Abuse & suffering
AI
Slavery and mistreatment of servants; animal sacrifices; prolonged suffering from war and voyages.
User-added
AI
No information found