epic poetry, greek

The epic poem recounting the experiences of Odysseus during his return from the Trojan War.

A guide to Homer's Odyssey, offering biographical information about the author, analysis of the text, a character list, and critical excerpts.

Provides an introductory essay in which Harold Bloom contrasts Homer's "Illiad" with the Hebrew Bible, and includes eight additional articles in which various contemporary scholars offer critical perspectives on Homer and his writings.