The Adventures of Ulysses the Wanderer by Guy Thorne and Homer
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"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.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Thorne, Guy, 1875-1923 |
|---|---|
| Author | Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE |
| Illustrator | Mein, Will G., 1868-1939 |
| Title | The Adventures of Ulysses the Wanderer |
| Credits |
Produced by Mark C. Orton, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 88.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Mythology, Greek |
| Subject | Homer. Odyssey -- Adaptations |
| Subject | Odysseus, King of Ithaca (Mythological character) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41935 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-41935-0 |
| Release Date | Jan 28, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 915 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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