--- product_id: 1441567 title: "The Odyssey: (An Illustrated Retelling of Homer's Epic About Odysseus, Greek Mythology & Ancient Greece for Grades 3-7 Classroom Study and Children Ages 8-12)" price: "$57.01" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/1441567-the-odyssey-an-illustrated-retelling-of-homers-epic-about-odysseus store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Stunning, vivid illustrations Classic Greek myth retold Perfect for ages 8-12 The Odyssey: (An Illustrated Retelling of Homer's Epic About Odysseus, Greek Mythology & Ancient Greece for Grades 3-7 Classroom Study and Children Ages 8-12) **Price:** $57.01 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Dive into the legendary journey every young adventurer needs to experience! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Odyssey: (An Illustrated Retelling of Homer's Epic About Odysseus, Greek Mythology & Ancient Greece for Grades 3-7 Classroom Study and Children Ages 8-12) - **How much does it cost?** $57.01 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1441567-the-odyssey-an-illustrated-retelling-of-homers-epic-about-odysseus) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Engages Young Minds:** Balances action-packed storytelling with age-appropriate language to keep kids hooked. - • **Visually Captivating:** Rich, award-worthy illustrations that bring ancient heroes and monsters to life. - • **Highly Acclaimed & Loved:** Wall Street Journal Top 20 Children’s Book and 4.8-star rating from hundreds of readers. - • **Epic Mythology Made Accessible:** A bold, simplified retelling of Homer’s Odyssey tailored for middle-grade readers. - • **Timeless Themes for Today’s Kids:** Explores courage, cleverness, and resilience—values that resonate across generations. ## Overview The Odyssey: An Illustrated Retelling is a visually stunning, expertly simplified version of Homer’s epic, designed for kids ages 8-12. Celebrated by the Wall Street Journal and praised for its engaging narrative and vivid artwork, this edition makes a timeless classic accessible and exciting for a new generation, blending mythology with modern storytelling flair. ## Description A Wall Street Journal 20 Best Children’s Books of the Past 20 Years Selection A bold re-envisioning of The Odyssey, told with simplicity and style — perfect for fans of graphic retellings and mythology enthusiasts alike. Odysseus faces storm and shipwreck, a terrifying man-eating Cyclops, the alluring but deadly Sirens, and the fury of the sea-god Poseidon as he makes his ten-year journey home from the Trojan War. While Odysseus struggles to make it home, his wife, Penelope, fights a different kind of battle as her palace is invaded by forceful, greedy men who tell her that Odysseus is dead and she must choose a new husband. Will Odysseus reach her in time? Homer’s epic, age-old story is powerfully told by Carnegie Medalist Gillian Cross and stunningly illustrated by rising talent Neil Packer. Review: Prepare to be surprised! - As a boy this was one of my very favorite books. I remember crawling into the nice warm space between the pot bellied stove and the wall on cold wintry Michigan days. I'd escape into a wonderful world of heroes, giants and angry Gods who all vied with each other in epic struggle. What a great tale! Men who cleverly outwitted foes of great strength and supernatural powers to accomplish their ultimate wish...to return home with honor. I seldom spoke to others of this tale, because I was so self conscious that I probably did not know how to pronounce so many of the names. Now along comes a version that has such great illustrations that one wonders how it can be offered at this price. Many "Art" books costing multiples of desertcart's price are not nearly so nice. My wife (who is a graphic artist in her own right) saw the first copy I bought and urged me to buy more copies for all the grand kids, which I did. I expected it to be nice and was really surprised at how much it exceeded my expectations! Highly recommended to folks who love a great adventure that has endured through centuries and especially to those who love great illustration. Review: Finally I know what this classic is about - I had never read the Odyssey before and always felt left out when I heard references to it, so I got this for a grandsons' visit so we could all learn. It fascinated the boys aged 6, 7, and 11. Their attention flagged just a bit on pages with no illustrations, but with a few prompts ("Do you think the men are going to obey his orders?") they got back into the story. They LOVED the illustrations, though some verged on too scary. Text was full of action and gruesome details, but none of the men who got eaten by monsters were given names, and the kids seemed fine with that. I'm happy that the boys will now know what it means to be "between Scylla and Charybdis," or why a siren song means a temptation to resist. I'll be watching for opportunities to remind them what they learned. My brother who's a classicist says that the Odyssey stays current because the basic issues in life never change, and it's comforting to think, "Odysseus faced this same problem." You can't get that from Batman. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #73,457 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #73 in Children's Greek & Roman Tales & Myths #313 in Children's Dragon, Unicorn & Mythical Creatures Stories #735 in Children's Classics | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 229 Reviews | ## Images ![The Odyssey: (An Illustrated Retelling of Homer's Epic About Odysseus, Greek Mythology & Ancient Greece for Grades 3-7 Classroom Study and Children Ages 8-12) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81dePHr7eDL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Prepare to be surprised! *by T***S on October 12, 2012* As a boy this was one of my very favorite books. I remember crawling into the nice warm space between the pot bellied stove and the wall on cold wintry Michigan days. I'd escape into a wonderful world of heroes, giants and angry Gods who all vied with each other in epic struggle. What a great tale! Men who cleverly outwitted foes of great strength and supernatural powers to accomplish their ultimate wish...to return home with honor. I seldom spoke to others of this tale, because I was so self conscious that I probably did not know how to pronounce so many of the names. Now along comes a version that has such great illustrations that one wonders how it can be offered at this price. Many "Art" books costing multiples of Amazon's price are not nearly so nice. My wife (who is a graphic artist in her own right) saw the first copy I bought and urged me to buy more copies for all the grand kids, which I did. I expected it to be nice and was really surprised at how much it exceeded my expectations! Highly recommended to folks who love a great adventure that has endured through centuries and especially to those who love great illustration. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Finally I know what this classic is about *by A***R on August 19, 2013* I had never read the Odyssey before and always felt left out when I heard references to it, so I got this for a grandsons' visit so we could all learn. It fascinated the boys aged 6, 7, and 11. Their attention flagged just a bit on pages with no illustrations, but with a few prompts ("Do you think the men are going to obey his orders?") they got back into the story. They LOVED the illustrations, though some verged on too scary. Text was full of action and gruesome details, but none of the men who got eaten by monsters were given names, and the kids seemed fine with that. I'm happy that the boys will now know what it means to be "between Scylla and Charybdis," or why a siren song means a temptation to resist. I'll be watching for opportunities to remind them what they learned. My brother who's a classicist says that the Odyssey stays current because the basic issues in life never change, and it's comforting to think, "Odysseus faced this same problem." You can't get that from Batman. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What A Book! *by B***N on May 7, 2026* This is a kind of book for the people who love any type of mythology. It goes into great detail of the story and the pictures really give the Greek type of art which is really cool overall, a must read! ## Frequently Bought Together - The Odyssey - Ramayana: Divine Loophole - Blood on the River: James Town, 1607 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/1441567-the-odyssey-an-illustrated-retelling-of-homers-epic-about-odysseus](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1441567-the-odyssey-an-illustrated-retelling-of-homers-epic-about-odysseus) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-07-17*