Cover of The Odyssey

The Odyssey

By Homer · -700

Homer's ancient epic chronicles a battle-weary hero's decade-long, monster-laden voyage to reclaim his home and family. It stands as the foundational adventure text of Western literature, celebrating the enduring power of human cunning and resilience.

First published
c. 8th century BC (English prose translation by Samuel Butler)
Style
Ancient epic poetry - Mythic - Adventurous
Known for
One of the oldest surviving epic poems
Estimated reading time
12-15 hours
Reading level
Advanced
Recommended age
14+

Chapters

  1. BOOK I
  2. BOOK II
  3. BOOK III
  4. BOOK IV
  5. BOOK V
  6. BOOK VI
  7. BOOK VII
  8. BOOK VIII
  9. BOOK IX
  10. BOOK X
  11. BOOK XI
  12. BOOK XII
  13. BOOK XIII
  14. BOOK XIV
  15. BOOK XV
  16. BOOK XVI
  17. BOOK XVII
  18. BOOK XVIII
  19. BOOK XIX
  20. BOOK XX
  21. BOOK XXI
  22. BOOK XXII
  23. BOOK XXIII
  24. BOOK XXIV