Homer in the News

Homer’s epics have remained part of the cultural conversation for nearly three thousand years—continually translated, studied, performed, reimagined, and rediscovered. Here we gather recent articles, reviews, interviews, and other noteworthy pieces exploring Homer, The Iliad, The Odyssey, and their continuing influence on literature, education, scholarship, and popular culture.

Current Articles 

The Odyssey by Homer audiobook review — “a truly fantastic journey”

The Guardian, July 9, 2026

A review of the acclaimed Naxos audiobook based on Ian Johnston’s much-admired translation—the same translation published in book form by Richer Resources Publications. Narrated by Anton Lesser, the recording brings Homer’s gods, monsters, heroes, and epic journey vividly to life.

UC Santa Cruz, June 22, 2026

Ahead of the release of Christopher Nolan’s film, UC Santa Cruz classics professors explore why The Odyssey continues to captivate readers nearly three thousand years after its creation—and why each generation finds new meaning in Homer’s epic. 

Archaeology Magazine, May/June 2026

A collection of articles exploring the history, archaeology, science, places, and cultures behind Homer’s epics—from Troy and Mycenaean seafaring to Ithaca and the age in which Homer’s stories took shape.


Can we map The Odyssey? How ancient geographers and modern researchers have traced Odysseus’s travels
The Conversation, July 10, 2026
For centuries, scholars and explorers have tried to connect Odysseus' legendary journey with real places. Ancient geographers and modern researchers continue to trace the possible routes behind one of literature's greatest voyages.


Everything You Need to Know about Greek Mythology | PBS
PBS, July 9, 2026
Explore the gods, heros, monsters and timeless stories that form the mythological world of Homer and continue to shape the stories we tell today.


The True Story of Troy by Sterling Documentaries
 Sterling Documentaries, Aug 26, 2015
The True Story of Troy: Ancient War tells a tale that has fascinated mankind for centuries - The tale of the Trojan War.  Immortalized in The Iliad, this documentary tells the story.

The Guardian, July 7, 2026

As Christopher Nolan brings Homer’s ancient epic to the screen, early reactions consider the film’s ambitious scale, celebrated cast, and interpretation of Odysseus’s legendary journey home.

 

Reuters, July 5, 2026

Christopher Nolan discusses the challenges of adapting an ancient epic for modern audiences and his effort to create a film that speaks both to longtime readers of Homer and to viewers encountering The Odyssey for the first time. 

Bloomberg, July 3, 2026

Homer’s two great epics have captivated readers for nearly three thousand years—but in very different ways. This article considers the enduring appeal of the war-centered Iliad and the adventure-filled Odyssey and asks readers to weigh the strengths of each.

The Times

An exploration of Ithaca—the island traditionally associated with Odysseus—and the relationship between Homer’s legendary homeland and the place that bears its name today.

Visit the ancient city of Troy from “The Odyssey”
Stars and Stripes, July 8, 2026

Stepping into the ancient city of Troy feels like stepping into a storybook. A story full of heroes, battles, and big adventures. It is not just ancient poems or epic stories; it is standing where legends once lived.

Merriam-Webster

From mentor to siren, Homer’s Odyssey has left its mark not only on literature but also on the English language. Merriam-Webster explores familiar words and expressions whose stories can be traced to Odysseus’s long journey home.


From the Richer Resources Archives 

NPR, 2006

An interview marking the publication of Ian Johnston’s translations of The Iliad and The Odyssey by Richer Resources Publications, exploring the enduring appeal of Homer’s epics and the importance of making them accessible to contemporary readers.