Homer’s Odyssey: Revisiting this Epic 17-Stop Tour

Climb aboard the Odyssey Express! Reacquaint yourself with the plight of Odysseus during his 17-stop, 10-year sojourn as he careens wildly around the Mediterranean.  Relive the clarion call of the Sirens, the seductive wiles of Circe, the insatiable appetite of Cyclops, the lethargic lure of the Lotus Eaters, and the diabolical dilemma of the Scylla and the Charibdes.  Together, we’ll explore the challenges Odysseus faced, the decisions he made and the lessons he gained from this unforgettable journey.

 If you don't already have a copy of “The Odyssey,” you can buy a modern, condensed version in the “World Mythology” paperback (Rosenberg, 2nd edition, available for $13 on Amazon). The two sessions will incorporate class discussions, movie clips, and other media to bring Odysseus’ story to life.

Eric Kimble is a former business executive who, mid-career, answered a call from the “Great Recruiter in the Sky” to return to his high school alma mater to teach English literature and coach baseball. Known for creating engaging seminars with relevant lessons, Eric’s business/teaching background allows him to provide a unique perspective on the interconnectedness of literature and life. Eric spent most of his teaching career at St. John’s Prep in Danvers, Massachucetts; he most recently retired from teaching freshmen, sophomore and senior English Literature at Mount St. Charles Academy in Woonsocket.  He holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a B.A. in English literature from Brown University. Eric and his wife Nancy recently moved to Rhode Island to be closer to their three grown daughters and enjoy the beauty of the Ocean State.