From the Bookshelf of the World

The Odyssey

English · Myths, Antiquity, Action & Adventure

From the Bookshelf of the World presents a radio adaptation of a work from world literature. This recording features The Odyssey, the ancient Greek epic traditionally attributed to Homer, following Odysseus on his long and perilous journey home after the Trojan War.

The story moves through encounters with strange lands and formidable beings, testing Odysseus’s courage, resourcefulness, and determination. Its adventures are balanced by the longing for home and the people waiting there, giving the epic both a sweeping sense of wonder and a deeply human center.

As a radio presentation, the work invites listeners to experience the classic through spoken performance and sound, bringing its legendary voyage into an intimate listening setting.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.