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The Odyssey of Homer, translated by Alexander Pope, is an epic poem that tells the story of the Greek hero Odysseus and his ten-year journey home after the Trojan War. The poem is divided into 24 books and begins with Odysseus being held captive by the nymph Calypso on her island. The gods intervene and demand that she release him, and he sets sail on a perilous journey that takes him through various trials and tribulations, including encounters with the Cyclops, the Sirens, and the sorceress Circe. Along the way, he also reunites with his son Telemachus and his wife Penelope, who has been besieged by suitors in his absence. The Odyssey is a classic tale of adventure, heroism, and the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity. Pope's translation is known for its poetic language and vivid imagery, making it a timeless work of literature that continues to captivate readers today.Tell me, O muse, of that ingenious hero who travelled far and wide after he had sacked the famous town of Troy. Many cities did he visit, and many were the nations with whose manners and customs he was acquainted; moreover he suffered much by sea while trying to save his own life and bring his men safely home; but do what he might he could not save his men.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.