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The original CliffsNotes study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format.In CliffsNotes on The Odyssey, you follow along on Homer's grand adventure. This epic poem unfurls the story of Odysseus' triumph over Troy and arduous journey home to reclaim his kingdom. At 2,500 years old, it is one of the finest books ever written; as poetry, it sets the standard for comparison; and it serves as one of the foundations of the Western world's cultural heritage.This study guide carries you along on Odysseus' journey by providing summaries and critical analyses of each book. You'll also explore the life and background of the epic, Homer, and gain insight into the Homeric Question. Other features that help you study includeCharacter analyses of major playersA character map that graphically illustrates the relationships among the charactersCritical essays on the literary devices and major symbols of The OdysseyA review section that tests your knowledgeA Resource Center full of books, articles, films, and Internet sitesClassic literature or modern modern-day treasure — you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.
Series: Cliffsnotes Literature Guides
Paperback: 112 pages
Publisher: Cliffs Notes; 1 edition (May 22, 2000)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0764585991
ISBN-13: 978-0764585999
Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.3 x 8.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
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This is a great way to help you better understand the book. While it does not take the place of the book it is a really good learning tool,
Homer's The Odyessey is a drudgery to read not to mention understand. This book took the pain and bordom of that and shortned it to a 1 hour (45 if your a fast reader) book that keeps all the details (for your reading pleasure) and explains the importance of each section in relations to High School which actually helps a ton. (pulled my grade on this from the usual B to A thanks to this book).
Cliff Notes are great. Never been disappointed. Read the real book though, especially if you are a college slacker.Greek history and mythology is fascinating. How can anyone not enjoy the precursor to Western Civilization?Would recommend even if you are reading the real Odyssey story -- a good pre-book read.The Illiad is good too.
The important details of every Book are explained and analyzed, not very much in-depth but deeply enough to give a basic understanding of what's going on, why, and how it might be interpreted. I had read the Odyssey twice in the past (and remembered almost nothing), so this was a great way to refresh my memory without having to read the epic for the third time for a course.It is not intended to replace reading the actual epic, but it does help make it more accessible to all. Good work.
Very helpful to HS student
Standard CliffNotes summary and very helpful in understanding the background and characters. Recommended if you read the Odyssey by yourself.
This was very helpful with a difficult book. It helped to understand the ancient book required by Hi School English
The Odyssey notes helped a lot, especially during class discussions and when your read the book it makes more sense.
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