02513cam a22003733u 4500 24856 UtSlPG 20260610133553.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE Odysseus, the Hero of Ithaca : Adapted from the Third Book of the Primary Schools of Athens, Greece Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-03-16 Ron Swanson "Odysseus, the Hero of Ithaca" by Homer is an adapted educational text aimed at young readers, likely written in the late 19th century. This retelling focuses on the legendary figure Odysseus and his adventures, starting from the events leading to the Trojan War and extending through his long journey home to Ithaca. The book is designed to introduce children to Greek mythology and the character of a hero that embodies loyalty, bravery, and wisdom. The beginning of the book sets the stage for Odysseus's saga, detailing the origins of the Trojan War sparked by the abduction of Queen Helen by Paris, a prince of Troy. The narrative introduces key figures, such as Agamemnon, Menelaos, and Odysseus, highlighting the conflict and camaraderie among the Greek leaders as they band together for a ten-year siege of Troy. The adaptation also references the clever strategy of the infamous wooden horse that ultimately leads to Troy's downfall. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Odysseus, known for his cunning and resourcefulness, finds himself entangled in a series of challenges that will test his character on his arduous journey home. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Classical literature Homer -- Translations into English Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into English Classical poetry -- Translations into English Odysseus, King of Ithaca (Mythological character) -- Juvenile literature Burt, Mary E. (Mary Elizabeth), 1850-1918 Ragozin, Zénaïde A. (Zénaïde Alexeïevna), 1835-1924 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24856 65857 65857