Chapter I

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

a mythical Greek hero of the Iliad

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

plural of “adventure” — a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

willing to undertake or seeking out new and daring enterprises

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

later than; following

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

in the past

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

in addition

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

a particular environment or surrounding influence

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

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From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

rare north temperate bog orchid bearing a solitary white to pink flower marked with purple at the tip of an erect reddish stalk above 1 basal leaf

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

pleasing or delighting

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

(Greek mythology) a ship-devouring whirlpool lying on the other side of a narrow strait from Scylla

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

(Greek mythology) a sorceress who detained Odysseus on her island and turned his men into swine

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

study of the literary works of ancient Greece and Rome

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

express approval of

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

(Greek mythology) one of a group of giants having a single eye in the middle of their forehead

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

plural of “description” — a statement that represents something in words

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

properly deserved

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

put up with something or somebody unpleasant

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

capturing interest as if by a spell

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

the act of escaping physically

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

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From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

plural of “experience” — the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

the quality of being faithful

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

capable of arousing and holding the attention

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

plural of “favorite” — something regarded with special favor or liking

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

occurring at or forming an end or termination

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

a person of German nationality

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

plural of “god” — the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

plural of “hero” — a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

characteristic of humanity

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

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From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

of great significance or value

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

introducing a different topic

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

a college town in central New York on Lake Cayuga

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

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From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

having or revealing supreme mastery or skill

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

Recollections of past events.

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

abnormally large

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

characterized by or capable of producing music

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

myths collectively; the body of stories associated with a culture or institution or person

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

not one, and not any

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

amounting to a large indefinite number

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

many times at short intervals

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

plural of “opera” — a drama set to music; consists of singing with orchestral accompaniment and an orchestral overture and interludes

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

(Greek mythology) the wife of Odysseus and a symbol of devotion and fidelity; for 10 years while Odysseus fought the Trojan War she resisted numerous suitors until Odysseus returned and killed them

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

plural of “persecutor” — someone who torments

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

a person who enjoys reading

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

plural of “romance” — a relationship between two lovers

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

(Greek mythology) a sea nymph transformed into a sea monster who lived on one side of a narrow strait; drowned and devoured sailors who tried to escape Charybdis (a whirlpool) on the other side of the strait

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

a general conscious awareness

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

similar things placed in order or happening one after another

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

plural of “solicitation” — an entreaty addressed to someone of superior status

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

conforming to or constituting a standard of measurement or value; or of the usual or regularized or accepted kind

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

not in physical motion

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

plural of “suitor” — a man who courts a woman

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

the taste experience when sugar dissolves in the mouth

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They became great favorites in their day and still preserve their interest, so that in a sense they may be called classics.

the swift release of a store of affective force

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

causing a surge of emotion or excitement

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

past form of “translate” — restate (words) from one language into another language

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

a person who translates written messages from one language to another

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

a native of ancient Troy

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

(Roman mythology) Roman spelling for Odysseus

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

not welcome; not giving pleasure or received with pleasure

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

the act of taking revenge (harming someone in retaliation for something harmful that they have done) especially in the next life

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

plural of “vicissitude” — a variation in circumstances or fortune at different times in your life or in the development of something

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading The masterly manner in which the author has presented the old gods and heroes from the human point of view and the atmosphere of the old days of mythology, as well as the thrill of the adventurous narrative and the deep human interest of the story, should commend them also to American boys and girls.

at the time that

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

during the time that

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Incidentally also the reader will enjoy the charming descriptions of his adventures with Calypso and the beautiful Nausicaa, his escape from the monstrous Cyclops, the fascinating Circe, and his thrilling experiences in passing Scylla and Charybdis.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

past form of “wreak” — cause to happen or to occur as a consequence

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

of very poor quality or condition

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading None of the ancient stories is more entrancing than that of Ulysses and the vicissitudes he had to endure in his effort to return to Ithaca after the Trojan war, and of the patience, sweetness, and faithfulness of Penelope, as she waited year after year for the return of her lord, while her life was made wretched by the unwelcome and often brutal solicitations of her numerous suitors, as well as of her final happiness when Ulysses returned and wreaked deserved vengeance upon her persecutors.

a late time of life

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading _Translated from the German of Karl Friedrich Becker_ BY GEORGE P. UPTON _Author of “Musical Memories,” “Standard Operas,” etc. Translator of “Memories,” “Immensee,” etc._ Many years ago Karl Friedrich Becker wrote a series of romances of the ancient world for German boys and girls, of which “Ulysses” and “Achilles” in the present series of “Life Stories for Young People” form an important part.