Choice of Odysseus

Discover the profound impact of the Odyssey on Renaissance literature in Choice of Odysseus by Sarah Van der Laan. Published by Oxford University Press in 2024, this engaging hardback spans 324 pages, exploring how Renaissance authors and readers utilized the epic as a framework for poetic ethics. Van der Laan meticulously reconstructs the interpretations of the Odyssey by literary giants such as Petrarch, Poliziano, Ariosto, Tasso, Spenser, Monteverdi, and Milton, unveiling a vibrant tradition of Odyssean epic that shaped the cultural landscape of the time. This book is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of classical literature and Renaissance thought, offering valuable insights into how ancient texts continue to resonate through the ages. Enhance your literary collection with this compelling exploration of one of history's most influential epics.