The Odyssey

A Comprehensive Study Guide

Homer — translated, studied, and loved for nearly three thousand years

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1 Part I: The World of the Epic — Homer, the Trojan War, and What is an Epic 2 Part II: The Son Searches for the Father — Telemachus's Journey Books 1–4 3 Part III: The Prisoner of Calypso — Odysseus Freed Book 5 4 Part IV: The Adventures — Monsters, Witches, and the Underworld Books 9–12 5 Part V: The Homecoming — The Beggar King Returns Books 13–16 6 Part VI: The Faithful Dog and the Patient Wife — Recognition and Patience Books 17–20 7 Part VII: Test of the Bow — The Suitors' Reckoning Books 21–22 8 Part VIII: The Final Test — Reunion and Peace Books 23–24 ◆ Quick Reference — Key Characters and Key Terms