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Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy

Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy

Written by: Pádraic Colum
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 Discover the captivating world of ancient Greece through Padraic Colums enchanting retelling of Homers epic tales, known as The Childrens Homer. This beautifully crafted narrative invites young readers to join Odysseus, the valiant King of Ithaca, as he battles in the Trojan War and embarks on a decade-long journey back to his beloved wife Penelope and their son Telemachus. With rich, vivid prose, Colum brings to life the trials and triumphs of this legendary hero. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)Copyright Culture and Heritage classics
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  • 030 - Part 2 Chapter 17

    030 - Part 2 Chapter 17
    Feb 17 2026
    Discover the captivating world of ancient Greece through Padraic Colums enchanting retelling of Homers epic tales, known as The Childrens Homer. This beautifully crafted narrative invites young readers to join Odysseus, the valiant King of Ithaca, as he battles in the Trojan War and embarks on a decade-long journey back to his beloved wife Penelope and their son Telemachus. With rich, vivid prose, Colum brings to life the trials and triumphs of this legendary hero. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)
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    8 mins
  • 029 - Part 2 Chapters 15 and 16

    029 - Part 2 Chapters 15 and 16
    Feb 17 2026
    Discover the captivating world of ancient Greece through Padraic Colums enchanting retelling of Homers epic tales, known as The Childrens Homer. This beautifully crafted narrative invites young readers to join Odysseus, the valiant King of Ithaca, as he battles in the Trojan War and embarks on a decade-long journey back to his beloved wife Penelope and their son Telemachus. With rich, vivid prose, Colum brings to life the trials and triumphs of this legendary hero. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)
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    10 mins
  • 028 - Part 2 Chapters 13 and 14

    028 - Part 2 Chapters 13 and 14
    Feb 17 2026
    Discover the captivating world of ancient Greece through Padraic Colums enchanting retelling of Homers epic tales, known as The Childrens Homer. This beautifully crafted narrative invites young readers to join Odysseus, the valiant King of Ithaca, as he battles in the Trojan War and embarks on a decade-long journey back to his beloved wife Penelope and their son Telemachus. With rich, vivid prose, Colum brings to life the trials and triumphs of this legendary hero. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)
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    13 mins
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