02574cam a22003373u 4500 16867 UtSlPG 20260610133408.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PA PZ Colum, Padraic, 1881-1972 The Adventures of Odysseus and The Tales of Troy Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-10-14 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Susan Skinner and Distributed Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net "The Adventures of Odysseus and The Tale of Troy" by Padraic Colum is a retelling of classic Greek mythology, specifically focused on the epic narratives surrounding the character of Odysseus, and the events of the Trojan War. Written in the early 20th century, the text brings to life the enduring tales of heroism, adventure, and the trials of Odysseus, along with his son Telemachus, as they navigate the themes of bravery and loyalty. The central characters include Odysseus, known for his cleverness and resourcefulness, and Telemachus, who embarks on a journey to search for his father's fate. The opening of the narrative sets the stage with Odysseus' departure to the Trojan War, highlighting a moment of tension as he pretends to be mad to avoid the call to arms. However, he is ultimately compelled to leave behind his wife, Penelope, and infant son, Telemachus. As years pass without news of his return, Telemachus grows into a young man determined to seek out his father. The arrival of a mysterious stranger, who is revealed to be the goddess Athene, spurs Telemachus into action, as she encourages him to gather information about Odysseus and confront the suitors who are wasting his household. This first chapter lays the groundwork for the epic adventures that will follow, setting the tone for a story steeped in mythic legacy and human emotion. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Odysseus, King of Ithaca (Mythological character) -- Juvenile literature Mythology, Greek -- Juvenile literature Trojan War -- Juvenile literature Pogány, Willy, 1882-1955 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16867 58255 58255