Read and analyze the texts of this World Classics & discover what it meant for the Greeks
About this Event

Join us for an epic adventure through one of the greatest works of world literature, Homer’s Odyssey.

In this class, we’ll dive deep into the ancient world and explore the texts of this world classic to uncover what it meant for the Greeks.

You’ll follow the heroic journey of Odysseus as he faces mythical creatures, gods, and challenges on his quest to return home. Together, we’ll analyze key passages to explore themes of courage, loyalty, and perseverance, and discuss how Greek mythology and culture shaped this epic poem.

Along the way, we’ll also examine how The Odyssey still influences modern storytelling today.

This class is perfect for anyone interested in world literature, mythology, or ancient history, and for readers who love adventure on the page. Whether you're a seasoned reader or new to the classics, you’ll experience the excitement, mystery, and significance of ancient Greece.

The class will take place here: https://passionclass.co/en/video-conference/homers-odyssey

Full class available here: https://passionclass.co/en/class/homers-odyssey

MeetUp link: https://www.meetup.com/the-la-technology-personal-professional-development-group/events/306024040/

Meet your Instructor, Joe!

Joe holds a Master in Computational Science & Engineering from Harvard University and a Master in Finance, along with a Bachelor in Economics & Political Science from The University of Alabama. Currently pursuing a Master in Protestant Theological Studies at Universität Wien, they bring a unique blend of technical expertise and theological insight. As the Founder of PassionClass and a Software Engineer at AlphaSense, they have extensive experience in analytics from roles at McKinsey, Etsy, and Dealix. Fluent in German and Spanish, and actively learning French, Turkish, and improv, our instructor is dedicated to fostering a dynamic and multilingual learning environment.