Why Nolan's “Odyssey” Is Inspiring Adults To Learn Again
America's fascination with Homer suggests adults are hungry for a kind of formation classical education has been offering all along.
August 13, 2026
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Why Nolan's “Odyssey” Is Inspiring Adults To Learn Again
Forbes • Emily de Rotstein,
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is doing more than filling theaters—it is sending adults back to Homer, book clubs, and conversations about courage, sacrifice, and loyalty. The renewed interest points to something classical education has long understood: a child’s education can awaken an entire family to the lifelong pursuit of wisdom, truth, and beauty.
Emily de Rotstein,
Forbes
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