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We’ve all heard about the classics and assume they’re great. Some of us have even read them on our own. But for those of us who remain a bit intimidated or simply want to get more out of our reading, Crossway’s Christian Guides to the Classics are here to help. In these short guidebooks, popular professor, author, and literary expert Leland Ryken takes you through some of the greatest literature in history while answering your questions along the way. Each book: Includes an introduction to the author and work Explains the cultural context Incorporates published criticism Contains discussion questions at the end of each unit of the text Defines key literary terms Lists resources for further study Evaluates the classic text from a Christian worldview This guide opens up Homer’s The Odyssey and highlights the universal themes of endurance and longing for rest as displayed in this epic tale of a man trying to find his way home.
Paperback: 80 pages
Publisher: Crossway; 1 edition (February 28, 2013)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1433526166
ISBN-13: 978-1433526169
Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.2 x 8.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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I teach high school English at a Christian Classical academy. There is nothing new in this little book, but the information is solid and clearly organized and would be a help for a new teacher or a homeschool mom unfamiliar with the basics of Homer. Ryken seems to be coming from a reasonably Reformed tradition.
I love digging deep into the details of a work of literature. My study of the Odyssey is no exception. However, this little guide was extremely helpful as I sought to walk a group of 13-16 year old students through the story in a Christian education setting. It highlighted the big ideas in each book/chapter and just enough of the details to guide me as I led the discussions. Thanks Dr. Ryken!
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