A review by elisereads_
The Odyssey by Homer

5.0

This was my first dive into classical literature which I read in my A level Classics class. Although I adore the mythology and the general plot of the poem/book, I must say that Odysseus is one of the most unlikeable characters I've ever come across. However, I do recognise that in a classical world Odysseus is an admirable character, whose traits can be found in the epitome of a Greek man/hero. I've enjoyed reading modern adaptions of this in order to understand it better such as The Penelopiad and Siren Song by Margaret Atwood. I would definitely recommend this book not only to those interested in classics but as a book everyone should read.