The Odyssey

By: Nikos Kazantzakis

Narrated by: Joshua Saxon

A continuation of Homer’s epic poem, Kazantzakis’s own Odyssey finds Odysseus once again leaving Ithaca on finding that the satisfactions of home and hearth are not as he remembered them. Following an encounter with the former Helen of Troy (now returned to her husband, the king of Sparta, after the ignominious defeat of the Trojans), Odysseus gradually wends his way to Egypt and southward, grappling all the while with questions about the nature of God.

Considered by Kazantzakis himself to be one of his most important works, The Odyssey takes listeners on a richly imagined quest for adventure and understanding with one of literature’s most timeless characters.

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Every Paragraph a Masterpiece.

The Odyssey: A Modern Sequel" by Nikos Kazantzakis is an extraordinary continuation of Homer's epic. Kazantzakis breathes new life into Odysseus, taking him on a journey filled with philosophical depth and poetic beauty. The narrative's blend of ancient myth with modern introspection makes for a compelling read, expanding the original story in ways that are both profound and enlightening. A must-read for anyone who loves epic tales and philosophical exploration in the beautiful writing style of Nikos Kazantzakis.

Good Narration, but the Story Can Be Hard to Follow

In my opinion, this books might be better read physically than listened to. Especially in the second half I had trouble following what was happening. That said, the language is beautiful and the narration is well done.