Mendelsohn, Daniel
An Odyssey: A Father, A Son and an Epic
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007545131
- author:
- Mendelsohn, Daniel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- William Collins
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Travel, Country Guides, Europe,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
An Odyssey: A Father, a Son and an Epic is a deeply personal exploration of family, identity, and the power of literature. When Jay Mendelsohn enrolls in his son Daniel's undergraduate seminar on Homer's Odyssey, they embark on a journey that becomes both intellectually stimulating and emotionally profound. As they delve into the epic poem together, Jay and Daniel confront uncomfortable truths about their relationship and the complexities of human nature. Through their shared exploration of Odysseus' legendary voyages, they uncover long-buried secrets that allow the son to understand his difficult father at last. This memoir is a rich tapestry of literary insight and emotional depth, weaving together themes of deception, recognition, marriage, children, travel, and the meaning of home.
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