The Odyssey Decoded: A 70-Page Step by Step Guide to Understanding Homer’s Epic

by Adrian Solas

88 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 10, 2026

About the author

ADRIAN SOLAS explores the stories and works that shape our collective imagination. After studying languages and literature, he moved through several fields—research, industry, and audiovisual media—before choosing a life dedicated to writing and observing the world.

His books blend culture, psychology, and anthropology to illuminate the major contradictions of life.

With the DECODED series, he offers short, accessible readings of major stories and works, revealing how they shape our lives.

He explores the Homeric world across three connected works: The Odyssey, The Iliad, and The Fall of Troy.

Reviews

[Mary Ann]

clarification

Simply said, understandable, easily explains and answers questions one may have after viewing epic movie. Personally, I see much correlation to the current state of affairs in today’s world. Starting with the Odysseus’s attack on Troy because they want to have exclusive control over trade routes at that time!

[dainisecia]

Great short read/ refresher

I wanted to read this before the movie so I have a reference. I haven't read the total book since school. Its short and to the point. That Great. I recommend.