02485cam a22003493u 4500 41935 UtSlPG 20260610133947.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BL Thorne, Guy, 1875-1923 The Adventures of Ulysses the Wanderer Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-01-28 Produced by Mark C. Orton, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Adventures of Ulysses the Wanderer" by Guy Thorne is a retelling of Homer's epic poem, likely written in the early 20th century. This work revisits the timeless journey of Ulysses (Odysseus), the legendary king of Ithaca, as he faces trials and adventures while attempting to return home after the Trojan War. The narrative explores themes of heroism, loyalty, and the longing for home, encapsulating Ulysses' relationships with figures such as Penelope and the gods who intervene in his quest. The opening of the narrative establishes the atmospheric setting and introspective tone, as the weary sailors reflect on their past adventures and the uncertainty that lies ahead. As they sail away from a mystical island, the crew is filled with a bittersweet sense of regret, which foreshadows their looming challenges. Ulysses, depicted as both a strong leader and a man reflective of his hardships, is characterized by his longing for home and his prayers to the goddess Athene for guidance. The narrative lays the groundwork for the epic journey, hinting at the magical encounters and legendary foes they are yet to face, effectively drawing the reader into the rich tapestry of myth and adventure that follows. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Mythology, Greek Homer. Odyssey -- Adaptations Odysseus, King of Ithaca (Mythological character) Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE Mein, Will G., 1868-1939 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41935 82774 82774