The Odyssey, Homer’s second epic adventure, tells the story of Odysseus as he travels home from the war in Troy. His adventures on his travels include his meetings with the Cyclops and with the dangerous sirens who lure boats onto the rocks among many others before his finally reaches home bringing peace to all. Odysseus’s wanderings and the many dangers he faces are beautifully captured in Alan Lee’s atmospheric illustrations.
King Odysseus and the Greeks have triumphed over the Trojans. At long last, they are able to set sail for home and the loving family Odysseus left behind.But for the heroic king, the return voyage holds hazards far greater than any he faced during the war. Forced by treacherous winds into unknown seas, Odysseus and his crew must face the flesh-eating Cyclops, Circe and her deadly enchantments, the chilling Land of the Dead, and more.
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King Odysseus and the Greeks have triumphed over the Trojans. At long last, they are able to set sail for home and the loving family Odysseus left behind.But for the heroic king, the return voyage holds hazards far greater than any he faced during the war.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Odyssey and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-14 years old
The Odyssey features in the following genres: Adventure Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Recommendations, Featured Books for 13+ readers, Historical Fiction, Mystery / Mythology, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Featured Books for 9+ readers
Paperback, Hardback. £11.69, down from the £12.99 cover price. Pre-order. 8th April 2027.
The Odyssey was written by Rosemary Sutcliff and published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books
The Odyssey has 128 pages
£11.69, reduced from £12.99. Pre-order. 8th April 2027.
