At war with the Trojans for ten years, all Odysseus wants is to return home to his wife and son. Setting out on a voyage that will take ten more years, the king of Ithaca encounters storms, sirens, and a murderous Cyclops, thwarted at every turn by gods and men. Meanwhile, his loyal wife Penelope is plagued by suitors, who are determined to win her hand in marriage. With a little help from his son Telemachus and the goddess Athena, Odysseus reaches the shores of Ithaca and reclaims his rightful place on the throne.
One of the oldest works of literature still read by modern audiences, Homer's epic poem The Odyssey has inspired authors, musicians, and filmmakers since its creation in the 8th century BCE.
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