How Long to Read The Story of the Odyssey

How Long Does it Take to Read The Story of the Odyssey?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 56 minutes to read The Story of the Odyssey by Stephen V. Tracy

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Here Stephen Tracy offers a vivid, fast-paced narrative that serves as a reading guide to Homer's monumental epic. He not only provides translations of key passages and traces the evolution of major themes in the Odyssey, but also helps new readers to understand the artistry of one of the best tales ever told. Aimed at advanced readers as well, this book stresses an appreciation of how Homer has ordered his narrative, covering such topics as character interaction, family relationships, elements of poetic language, and the symbolic treatment of death, rebirth, growth, and knowledge. Given the controversy over the way the Odyssey was composed and handed down, Tracy concentrates on presenting the poem as a highly unified work. His analysis of the narrative structure reveals the epic to be arranged as a series of parallel journeys. The journey, seen here as a symbol of growth and self-knowledge, is among the major themes discussed in detail, along with the importance of women as overseers of life's journeys and the need for the sons of heroes to grow up worthy of their fathers.

How long is The Story of the Odyssey?

The Story of the Odyssey by Stephen V. Tracy is 174 pages long, and a total of 44,196 words.

This makes it 59% the length of the average book. It also has 54% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Story of the Odyssey Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 1 minute to read The Story of the Odyssey aloud.

What Reading Level is The Story of the Odyssey?

The Story of the Odyssey is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy The Story of the Odyssey?

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