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Nolan’s film could make The Odyssey the most sought-after book in the US
The nearly 2,700-year-old epic poem is flying off shelves at bookstores and libraries after the blockbuster film came out
TL;DR
- Christopher Nolan's new movie has made "The Odyssey" the most sought-after book in America.
- Libraries and bookstores are experiencing a significant rush for "The Odyssey," with sales multiplying by thousands of percent.
- Emily Wilson's translation is the bestselling edition, followed by Robert Fagles' translation and Gareth Hinds' graphic novel.
- Year-to-date US print sales for all editions of "The Odyssey" are up 76%.
- Interest in "The Odyssey" began increasing after Nolan announced the project and surged after the movie's release.
- Sales of related books inspired by Greek mythology, such as Madeline Miller's "Circe," are also seeing increased interest.
- Libraries have reported substantial increases in demand, with the New York Public Library seeing a 338% rise.
- Critics have offered mixed reviews of the film adaptation, with some praising its ability to bring audiences back to Homer's work.
- Despite some controversy and attempted boycotts, the film has been successful in generating public interest in the classic poem.