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The Odyssey beginner's guide: a complete roundup of the epic poem, how it's connected to the Iliad, and each character explained

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July 8, 2026

 The Odyssey beginner's guide: a complete roundup of the epic poem, how it's connected to the Iliad, and each character explained
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Quartz

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· Jun 23, 2026

20 poets and the lines you'll still be thinking about tomorrow

Poetry's history expanded what language could do. These are the poets whose lines did that most clearly — and what made each one matter

The Hollywood Reporter

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· Jul 7, 2026

Listen to ‘The Odyssey’ Audiobook Narrated By Claire Danes, Dan Stevens, Ian McKellen, Before Watching New Film

Before watching Homer’s legendary, 500-page Greek epic come to life, hear the full scope of “The Odyssey” through audiobooks voiced by A-List talent.

Variety

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· Jul 9, 2026

‘The Iliad & The Odyssey’ Deluxe Edition Soars to Top of Bestseller Lists Ahead of Christopher Nolan Adaptation

With Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” set to bring Homer’s ancient epic back to the big screen this month, readers can revisit the source material in a deluxe hardbound edition that bundles both “The Iliad” and “The Odyssey” into one volume. The “Homer: The Iliad The Odyssey” deluxe edition, now a No. 1 bestseller on []

ABC7 New York

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· Jul 3, 2026

Illustrator talks celebrating America's 250th birthday through symbols

Illustrator Deanna First shares new book designed to celebrate America's history.

Polygon

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· Jul 4, 2026

Sam Raimi's Evil Dead trilogy remains the ultimate horror binge 45 years later

The Evil Dead, Evil Dead II, and Army of Darkness remain horror classics. Here's why Sam Raimi's trilogy deserves a one-night marathon.

MakeUseOf

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· Jul 6, 2026

6 adaptations of the Odyssey you didn't know were adaptations of the Odyssey

The Odyssey is almost here, and it's far from the first adaptation of Homer's epic poem.

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Related coverage for " The Odyssey beginner's guide: a complete roundup of the epic poem, how it's connected to the Iliad, and each character explained ": Quartz — 20 poets and the lines you'll still be thinking about tomorrow. The Hollywood Reporter — Listen to ‘The Odyssey’ Audiobook Narrated By Claire Danes, Dan Stevens, Ian McKellen, Before Watching New Film. Variety — ‘The Iliad & The Odyssey’ Deluxe Edition Soars to Top of Bestseller Lists Ahead of Christopher Nolan Adaptation. ABC7 New York — Illustrator talks celebrating America's 250th birthday through symbols . Polygon — Sam Raimi's Evil Dead trilogy remains the ultimate horror binge 45 years later. MakeUseOf — 6 adaptations of the Odyssey you didn't know were adaptations of the Odyssey