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The American Conservative Blogs The Odyssey–And Likes It

Rod Dreher, a former columnist for the Dallas Morning News and author of one of the longest-titled books in publishing history, has been blogging his journey reading Robert Fagles’ translation of The Odyssey with his older son. We here at the Read… Continue reading

24. September 2012 by Arrian
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Podcast of Call #3, Homer’s “The Odyssey” Books 17-24, March 9, 2010

A wonderful discussion wrapping up the Reading Odyssey’s Winter 2010 reading group on Homer’s Odyssey. Thanks to all the folks who participated – a pleasure reading, thinking, and discussing with you all! – Pat Wictor Continue reading

10. March 2010 by Arrian
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Podcast of Homer’s Odyssey discussion for Books 9-16, Feb. 9, 2010

Here’s the podcast for the Reading Odyssey’s Winter 2010 discussion of Homer’s Odyssey Books 9-16. And a lively discussion it was. Download or listen to complete audio by clicking the button. Thanks, Pat Wictor Continue reading

08. March 2010 by Arrian
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Podcast of Discussion, Odyssey Books 1-8, January 19, 2010

A very enjoyable call discussing Books 1-8 of Homer’s “Odyssey.” Looking forward to the next calls on February 9 and March 9. Continue reading

20. January 2010 by Arrian
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Homer 2010 kicks off

The first 2010 section of Homer’s Odyssey kicks off tonight with Pat Wictor moderating.Pat is a co-founder of the Reading Odyssey and an acclaimed singer-songwriter.Pat’s website is here:http://www.patwictor.comAnyone can follow the progress of th… Continue reading

19. January 2010 by Arrian
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Homer-1 Audio Recording December 7 2009 Books 17-24

Here’s the audio recording for the Homer-1 Books 17-24 call. Listen online or download the mp3 file and listen to it as a podcast on your ipod. Continue reading

08. December 2009 by Arrian
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Homer-2 December 2009 Books 17-24 audio recording

Here’s the audio for our conference call on December 7, 2009 to discuss the final books of Homer’s “Odyssey.” A very enjoyable discussion, and a great way to wrap up an enjoyable read. Thanks to all of you! -Pat Continue reading

08. December 2009 by Arrian
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The Underworld and Justice in Homer

Hi Andre, I had a question not directly related to the Odyssey story, but when I was reading over the glossary of names in the back of the book, I came upon Rhadamanthus who was granted eternal life in the Elysian fields because he was a fair king… Continue reading

04. December 2009 by Arrian
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Next and final conference call for Homer

Hope your Thanksgiving was bountiful and that your reading has been enjoyable. I just want to remind you about our upcoming final conference call for Homer’s Odyssey next week: Monday Dec 7, @8pm EST. Please look over our Study Guide Questions whi… Continue reading

30. November 2009 by Arrian
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Homer Odyssey Books 17-24 Study Guide Questions

Homer Odyssey Study Guide Questions – Discussion #3 Books 17-24: Revenge 17-20 Odysseus and Telemachus return to the palace in imminent danger 1. Book 17 – Omens As Odysseus first sets eyes on his own palace after 20 years, what are the ways that … Continue reading

10. November 2009 by Arrian
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