Homer's Odyssey: A Retelling by Isabel Wyatt

by Isabel Wyatt

A retelling of the wonderful Greek epic, suitable for children aged 8 and up. Ideal for Class 5-6 in the Steiner-Waldorf curriculum.

Homer's Odyssey is one of the greatest stories in literature, the epic tale of the return of Odysseus to his home following the Trojan war.

After nine years of siege and fighting, the Greeks are finally returning home. But one of the Greek heroes, Odysseus, offends the Sea-God, who sends storms and waves to keep him from arriving home for ten years. In this thrilling story, we follow Odysseus's trials and adventures as he faces one danger after another on his long journey.

In Isabel Wyatt's retelling of this magnificent adventure, we find all the wonderful storytelling skills for which she was famous.

Ideal for Class 5-6 (age 10-12) in the Steiner-Waldorf curriculum.

Genres: Childrens

176 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2009

About the author

Isabel Mary Wyatt was an English children's author, and a well-known collector and re-teller of stories for children. She spent many years teaching young children and was co-director of studies at Hawkwood College in Gloucestershire until her retirement in 1965. Some of her best-known books include The Seven-Year-Old Wonder Book, Legends of King Arthur, Magical Wonder Tales and The Kingdom of Beautiful Colours.

Reviews

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

A wonderful story for anyone to read.

[Lisa Stevens]

One of the worse books I've ever read.