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“the blind fools, they devoured the cattle of the Sun and the Sungod blotted out the day of their return.”

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Book:The odyssey
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The odyssey

The Odyssey is an epic poem attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer, likely composed in the 8th century BCE. It recounts the adventures of the Greek hero Odysseus as he strives to return to his homeland of Ithaca following the fall of Troy. The narrative is divided into two main threads: Odysseus's perilous travels, where he encounters mythical creatures and divine obstacles, and the situation in Ithaca, where his wife Penelope and son Telemachus fend off suitors vying for the throne. The poem explores themes of perseverance, cunning, hospitality, and the interplay between fate and human agency. It is considered a foundational work of Western literature and a sequel to Homer's Iliad. more

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Homer
Homer

Homer, according to limited information, was an ancient Greek poet, credited with authorship of the epic poems 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey'. His biography is not well-documented, with the exact dates of his birth and death unknown. His works have had a profound impact on Western literature. more

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Author:Appolonius
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