The Odyssey by Homer is an ancient Greek epic poem that follows the long and perilous journey of Odysseus as he attempts to return home after the Trojan War. Facing monsters, gods, and temptations, Odysseus relies on his intelligence and endurance to survive. Meanwhile, his wife Penelope and son Telemachus struggle against suitors who threaten their household. The epic explores themes of loyalty, cunning, perseverance, and the search for identity and home.