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Synopsis
Homer’s immortal epic poem is my most popular graphic novel. It retells the complete story of Odysseus’ adventures in 250 pages of fully-painted art. The text is my own adaptation, based on several different translations. As with all of my adaptations, it remains extremely faithful to the original text.
Is The Odyssey: A Graphic Novel: (A Modern Visual Adaptation of Homer's Epic Tale of Greek Mythology for Young Adults) appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This faithful graphic adaptation of Homer's epic contains mythological violence (Cyclops blinding, sea monsters, battles) and brief references to sexual situations (sirens, Circe), but remains appropriate for teens through visual storytelling that honors the classical text.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, violence, and war (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to the stunning painted artwork that brings ancient Greek heroes, monsters, and gods to life in this action-packed adventure of Odysseus trying to get home.