The Odyssey

Homer’s Odyssey is one of the most celebrated texts in the Western Canon. Homer’s epic poem detailing Odysseus’ harrowing journey home, filled with sea witches, monsters, angry gods, and Odysseus’ own demons, has inspired generations of readers ever since the days of ancient Greece. In this edition of Homer’s Odyssey, you’ll find an updated translation from Professor Ian Johnston, a host of pictures and interactive images, and an interactive glossary with footnotes and character descriptions. We hope you will enjoy this classic text, updated for the needs of a Classical curriculum.