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A review by sofipitch
The Odyssey by Homer
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I read this back in ninth grade and I forgot how much it focuses on dealing with the suitors compared to the 10 years of Odysseus journey. The best parts are when he has to face gods, monsters, and magic, and that only lasts for 3 or 4 books out of the 24.
There is a strong emphasis on brozne/iron age greek culture and customs that was interesting, but often felt like Homer was moralizing a lot. There are a lot of long speeches given by characters on what a great and noble man Odysseus is/was, and it's like, really, Odysseus has the moral backbone of a chocolate eclair. So, IDK what Homer was really trying to convey talking about king of the war criminals like that.
There is a strong emphasis on brozne/iron age greek culture and customs that was interesting, but often felt like Homer was moralizing a lot. There are a lot of long speeches given by characters on what a great and noble man Odysseus is/was, and it's like, really, Odysseus has the moral backbone of a chocolate eclair. So, IDK what Homer was really trying to convey talking about king of the war criminals like that.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence