The Odyssey is a classic poem written by Homer that consists of 12.110 verses. It is unique already in that it has reached our days in its original form. Homer's Odyssey is a genuine revelation of the poetic thought of ancient Hellas.After the Trojan War, most of the survived Greek leaders returned by sea to Troy. However, after numerous troubles, only the chosen ones could have stayed alive. One of them -- the cunning king Odysseus -- was wandering in the sea for almost ten years.Pretty illustrations provide you with new impressions from reading The Odyssey by Homer, this legendary story.