Priče iz Ilijade i Odiseje
The book presents a selection of episodes from Homer's epics, the Iliad and the Odyssey, adapted for younger readers and school audiences. These classics of Greek literature, written in the 8th century BC, depict heroic deeds, human passions, and fateful
The Iliad focuses on the Trojan War, especially the final year of the conflict. The stories in the collection highlight key moments: the quarrel between Achilles and Agamemnon over Briseis, Achilles' anger and retreat from battle, Patroclus' death at the hands of Hector, and Achilles' return to avenge his friend by killing Hector. The episodes emphasize themes of honor, revenge, and tragic fate, with the intervention of gods such as Zeus and Athena.
The Odyssey follows Odysseus' ten-year journey home after the Trojan War. The collection includes his adventures: encounters with the Cyclops Polyphemus, the sorceress Circe, the Sirens, and battles with sea monsters such as Scylla and Charybdis. Odysseus faces trials, while his loyalty to Penelope and his son Telemachus remains central. The stories depict his resourcefulness and return to Ithaca, where he kills the suitors.
Adapted in a simpler language, the collection retains epic grandeur and moral dilemmas, introducing young readers to the world of Greek mythology, heroism and universal human values.
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