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‘I felt so inspired’: Guardian readers on trying Homer’s epics after seeing The Odyssey
Readers describe how Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster has ignited or reawakened their interest in classical literature
TL;DR
- Christopher Nolan's film "The Odyssey" has inspired readers to engage with classical literature.
- Poetry sales in the UK are on track for a record high, with an increase of 13.3% in the first 30 weeks of 2026.
- Print sales of "The Odyssey" in the US have increased by 76% this year.
- Emily Wilson's translation of "The Odyssey" is a bestseller in both the UK and US.
- Readers are revisiting "The Iliad" and exploring retellings of Greek myths, particularly those focusing on female characters.
- Some readers are considering formal education in classics due to their renewed interest.