Catalog Search Results
Author
Language
English
Description
Homer Hudelson spent 30 years in the San Francisco Police Department and experienced some extraordinary events firsthand, such as the Dan White Riots, the SF State Civil Rights Demonstrations, and the search for the Zodiac killer. In addition to his role as a police officer, primarily on a motorcycle in the Traffic Division (and eventually a sergeant and lieutenant), Homer shares trials and tribulations from his childhood in the Outer Sunset of what...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
A Study Guide for Homer's "Odyssey," excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Epics for Students. This concise study guide includes plot summary; character analysis; author biography; study questions; historical context; suggestions for further reading; and much more. For any literature project, trust Epics for Students for all of your research needs.
Author
Language
English
Description
In the tumultuous aftermath of the Trojan War, a young man battles to save his home and his inheritance. Setting out to find his father, he ends up discovering himself. Telemachus' father, Odysseus, went off to war before he was born ... and never came back. Aged sixteen, Telemachus finds himself abandoned, his father's house overrun with men pursuing his beautiful mother, Penelope, and devouring the family's wealth. He determines to leave Ithaca,...
Author
Language
English
Description
A retelling, in a very simple and fun way, of Homer's Odyssey. Max and the Map was written by American writer Edward Alan Kurtz, a well-travelled author who has already written a variety of travel books. He spent many years living in Hawaii and now lives and writes in Thailand. As well as writing for the travel genre, the author has created many children's books, both fiction and nonfiction. His travels have given him great inspiration especially...
Author
Language
English
Description
Homer's Odyssey is a lengthy but beautifully written tale of gods and the power of human will. It is one of the most-loved stories in Greek mythology. Treat this book as a kid-friendly version of the tale. Complete with pictures and summarized texts, this book will make an incredible story to read to your children before bedtime.
Author
Language
English
Description
Discover fresh insights into one of the greatest works of literature ever composed: Homer's Odyssey. Why does this ancient epic poem continue to mesmerize us? You're undoubtedly familiar with the Odyssey in some form, whether you read it in school or saw an adaptation. Now, this exciting series invites you to read Homer's text with new eyes. Under the guidance of award-winning presenter Fr. Gregory Carlson, the Western world's most engaging story...
Author
Language
English
Description
Of all the myths known to man, Greek stories are the most widespread and influential. In this book, you're going to read about some of the most fantastic stories like the adventures of Odysseus, stories of the Titans, Homer's Odyssey and the labors of Hercules. You're in a for a crazy imaginary adventure with the most powerful. So buckle up and enjoy the ride!
Author
Publisher
Delacorte Press
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 15
Language
English
Description
A pet rescue volunteer and literacy outreach coordinator describes her relationship with a three-pound blind cat whose daredevil character and affectionate personality saw the author through six moves, a burglary, and the healing of her broken heart.
10) Return to Ithaca
Author
Series
Publisher
Hyperion Books for Children
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Retells part of Homer's Odyssey in which Odysseus, with the help of the goddess Athena, plans to get revenge on those who have plagued his wife and son during his absence.
In Interlibrary Loan
Didn't find what you need? Items not owned by Penticton Public Library can be requested from other Interlibrary Loan libraries to be delivered to your local library for pickup. Items must be over 1 year old.
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Try our Materials Request Service for new books published this year. Submit Request