
ODYSSEUN HARHARETKET
HOMEROS
I. S.
ENSIMÄINEN RUNO.
TOINEN RUNO.
KOLMAS RUNO.
NELJÄS RUNO.
VIIDES RUNO.
KUUDES RUNO.
SEITSEMÄS RUNO.
This lively retelling brings the ancient adventure of Odysseus to a new generation. The story begins with the fall of Troy and the weary heroes setting sail for home, only to find the sea ruled by capricious gods. Odysseus, famed for his cleverness, quickly learns that the journey will test his courage, wits, and longing for Ithaca.
Along the way he confronts storms whipped up by Poseidon, encounters a beautiful yet dangerous nymph on a remote island, and faces riddling monsters that challenge his resolve. The narration is straightforward and vivid, letting young listeners picture each trial without the dense poetry of the original epic. It aims to spark curiosity about ancient myths while keeping the language clear and engaging.
Beyond the thrills, the book introduces the pantheon of Greek gods and the moral dilemmas that shaped early storytelling. Readers get a sense of the ancient world’s values and the timeless appeal of perseverance. It’s an inviting gateway for anyone who loves adventure and wants to explore classic literature.
Language
fi
Duration
~5 hours (294K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
May 19, 2016
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

-750–-650
Long before novels and stage plays, these sweeping epics set the pattern for adventure, war, homecoming, and heroism in Western literature. The figure behind them remains mysterious, which only adds to their lasting pull.
View all books