Stories from the Odyssey

** "Stories from the Odyssey" by H. L. Havell is a reimagining of Homer's mythical "Odyssey," presented as a series of captivating stories. Written with a modern audience in mind, this adaptation vividly recounts the adventures of courageous Odysseus's long and difficult voyage back to his homeland following the Trojan War, and the obstacles that confront his faithful wife, Penelope, and their son, Telemachus. The story starts with the troubles of Odysseus's family in Ithaca, where Penelope is being pressured by many suitors who are trying to marry her, as they think Odysseus has died. The story then quickly centers on Telemachus who, with encouragement from Athena, starts a journey to discover whether his father is still alive. This initial part lays the foundation for a narrative filled with themes of devotion, cleverness, and the search for one's place, successfully inviting people into the captivating realm of Greek mythology. **