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The Odyssey of Homer

Rodney Merrillpodcasters.spotify.com
Rodney Merrill reads the Odyssey in his translation. In the Afterword he introduces the poem and explains his use of a strict dactylic-hexameter meter like that of the ancient oral epic. The book itself, published by the University of Michigan Press, may be previewed on the Press's website at https://www.press.umich.edu/17216/odyssey/?s=description. Translated and read by Rodney Merrill Recorded by Derek Bianchi, MuscleTone Studio, Berkeley, California Uploaded by Nathan Levine Copyright © by the University of Michigan 2002 All rights reserved
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Odyssey 1.1-143

The episode begins with an invocation to the Muse, recounting Odysseus's arduous journey home after Troy and his companions' demise. The gods convene, with Zeus reflecting on mortal folly and Athena advocating for Odysseus, explaining Poseidon's enduring wrath. Athena then devises a plan to aid both Odysseus and his son, Telemachus, setting out for Ithaca to inspire the young prince.

Feb 01, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Odyssey 1.144-324

The suitors dine; Athena advises Telémachos to seek news of his father

Jan 31, 202014 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Odyssey 1.325-444

Penelope appears; Telémachos bids her to return and scolds the suitors.

Jan 29, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Odyssey 2.1-145

In assembly Telémachos complains of the suitors, Antínoös of Penelope.

Jan 29, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Odyssey 2.146-259

Halithérses warns them; Telémachos tells of his voyage; Mentor scolds them.

Jan 28, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Odyssey 2.260-434

Athena encourages Telémachos; Antínoös tries to soothe him; he sets forth.

Jan 27, 202013 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Odyssey 3.1-117

In Pylos Nestor greets and questions him and talks about the heroes at Troy.

Jan 26, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Odyssey 3.118-252

The heroes’ Returns; Telémachos tells his troubles and asks of Agamemnon.

Jan 25, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Odyssey 3.253-370

Agamemnon’s death, Orestes’ revenge; Nestor bids Telémachos to go to Sparta.

Jan 24, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Odyssey 3.371-497

Nestor sacrifices to Athena; Telémachos leaves for Sparta with Peisístratos.

Jan 24, 202010 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Odyssey 4.1-119

Meneláos greets them, speaks of his travels, and regrets his comrades at Troy.

Jan 23, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Odyssey 4.120-264

Helen names Telémachos; all mourn Odysseus; Helen tells a story of him.

Jan 23, 202011 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Odyssey 4.265-397

Meneláos tells tales of Odysseus and of his own travels and what he learned.

Jan 22, 202010 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Odyssey 4.398-510

With his daughter’s help, Proteus is captured and tells Meneláos what to do.

Jan 21, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Odyssey 4.511-624

Proteus talks of Agamemnon and Odysseus; Meneláos returns to Egypt.

Jan 21, 20209 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Odyssey 4.625-714

The suitors decide to ambush Telémachos; Medon tells Penelope he left.

Jan 20, 20207 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Odyssey 4.715-837

Penelope scolds her maids; the suitors set their ambush; Penelope sleeps.

Jan 19, 202010 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Odyssey 5.1-115

Obeying Zeus, Hermes orders Kalÿpso to free Odysseus, who weeps by the sea.

Jan 18, 20209 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Odyssey 5.116-227

Kalÿpso complains but obeys and tells Odysseus; he exacts an oath of her.

Jan 17, 20209 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Odyssey 5.228-364

She helps him build a raft-boat; he departs; Poseidon raises a storm.

Jan 16, 202010 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Odyssey 5.365-493

A wave shatters the raft; two days later Odysseus lands in Scheria.

Jan 15, 202010 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Odyssey 6.1-109

Naúsikaä goes down to do laundry with her maids; they eat and play with a ball.

Jan 13, 20208 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Odyssey 6.110-217

Their shouts awaken Odysseus; he seeks help, and the girl gives it.

Jan 12, 20208 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Odyssey 6.218-331

Athena improves his looks; the girl admires him; they return, and he prays.

Jan 12, 20208 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Odyssey 7.1-132

Athena guides him to the marvelous palace and tells him to approach Arétè.

Jan 12, 202010 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Odyssey 7.133-229

He implores the queen’s aid; King Alkínoös grants him conveyance.

Jan 11, 20207 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Odyssey 7.230-346

Arétè asks of his clothes; he tells his story; the King admires him.

Jan 10, 20209 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Odyssey 8.1-130

The king orders a convoy; Odysseus cries, hearing of his quarrel with Achilles.

Jan 09, 202010 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Odyssey 8.131-255

The youths compete and bid Odysseus to join; he wins the discus-throw.

Jan 08, 202010 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Odyssey 8.256-369

After they dance, Demódokos sings the story of Ares and Aphrodítè.

Jan 07, 20209 minSeason 2Ep. 13
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