Jacke Wilson

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History of Literature Episode 3A: Odysseus Leaves Calypso

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Responding to a listener email, author Jacke Wilson takes a deeper look at one of the Odyssey’s most famous passages. Why does Odysseus leave Calypso, and what does it tell us about Homer and his genius? And is it fair to compare Achilles and Odysseus with Yosemite Sam and Bugs Bunny?

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Jacke Wilson is the host of the popular podcast “The History of Literature,” available for free on iTunes, Stitcher, and other podcasting platforms. Learn more at historyofliterature.com and facebook.com/historyofliterature.

2 responses to “History of Literature Episode 3A: Odysseus Leaves Calypso”

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    ShiraDest

    Thank you for liking my post, and for your important thoughts on this weekend.
    Toward literature as healing for humanity,
    Peace,
    Shira
    16 November 12015 HE

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      jackewilson

      I agree with all my heart. Thank you.

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