Homer's Odyssey: A Retelling by Isabel Wyatt

Homer's Odyssey: A Retelling by Isabel Wyatt by Wyatt, Isabel. Paperback edition. ISBN: 9780863156830.

A retelling of the wonderful Greek epic, suitable for children aged 8 and up. Ideal for Class 5-6 in the Steiner-Waldorf curriculum. Homers Odyssey is one of the greatest stories in literature, the epic tale of the return of Odysseus to his home following the Trojan war. After nine years of siege and fighting, the Greeks are finally returning home. But one of the Greek heroes, Odysseus, offends the Sea-God, who sends storms and waves to keep him from arriving home for ten years. In this thrilling story, we follow Odysseuss trials and adventures as he faces one danger after another on his long journey. In Isabel Wyatts retelling of this magnificent adventure, we find all the wonderful storytelling skills for which she was famous. Ideal for Class 5-6 (age 10-12) in the Steiner-Waldorf curriculum.