The Society for Social Action and Culture Coino_Topia, in the context of the promotion of Culture and the highlighting of historical research, invites you to the event “NEW PONTOPORI. Building the Myth of the Odyssey” on Sunday, December 8, at 7 pm in the multipurpose hall of the organization Karaiskakis 153, ground floor, between Patreos and Gerokostopoulos.
Under the sounds of the ancient guitar we will take an exciting journey through time that will reveal the historical reality behind the myths of the Odyssey. Why and where did the Mycenaeans travel, with what ships and how sophisticated was their naval art? What were the relations between Mycenaeans, Egyptians, Phoenicians and Cypriots and how did they co-shape the cosmopolitan way of life of the time? Besides goods what ideas did the ships carry? How did these sea voyages contribute to the creation of Civilization? What elements do the passage of Odysseus’ “plan” and the travel narratives on the seas of the Odyssey reveal to us?
A unique experience for those who wish to learn the historical dimensions of the Homeric voyages and connect the Homeric myths with History and modern research and know-how.
It includes a speech by Dimitra Kamarinou, archaeologist, Ph.D. University of Patras, presentation of the 2nd edition of the book “NIES PONTOPORII: Homeric ships, dinoi ploes and Nautical Archaeology” (with a Foreword by Professor E.M.P. Th. Tassios and Professor S. Iakovidis, Director of Mycenae excavations), ed. Field, as well as a presentation of the experimental reconstruction of a Mycenaean twenty-six on a scale of 1:1.
Excerpts from the short story “The Sealstone of Nefertiti” will be narrated by Mrs. Sophia Moroni, philologist, with the accompaniment of ancient Greek guitar and lyre by the manufacturer and musician Mr. Dimitris Nossi.
As part of the event, there will be a presentation of ancient Greek stringed musical instruments and an exhibition on the interpretation of Odysseus’ “plan” and the evidence of the exchange of ideas in the Mediterranean during the Mycenaean Era.
For your participation in the event, it is necessary to reserve a place at the association’s secretariat at 2610.622250 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 11-2pm and Thursday, Friday 7-9pm) and at 2610.277171 at other times, as well as at [email protected]. Priority order will apply to the declarations.
The study, the fruit of 25 years of research on the Homeric epics and Experimental Archeology which has been awarded by the Academy of Athens, offers a deep look into the roots of our Maritime History, but also of the formation of our culture.
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What specific evidence will be presented to connect Mycenaean shipbuilding techniques to those described in the Odyssey?
## Journey to the Mycenaean World: An Interview
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Tonight, we’re delving into the fascinating world of ancient Greek mythology with a special focus on Homer’s epic, the *Odyssey*. Joining me is [Guest Name], a historian who will be speaking at an upcoming event exploring the historical foundations of this captivating tale.
[Guest Name], thank you for being here. Can you tell us a little bit about the event “NEW PONTOPORI. Building the Myth of the Odyssey”?
**Guest:** Absolutely! The Society for Social Action and Culture Coino_Topia is hosting this event on December 8th at 7 pm in Thessaloniki. It promises to be a captivating journey through time, unraveling the historical realities behind the captivating myths woven into the Odyssey. [[1](https://mythopedia.com/topics/odyssey)]
**Host:** Sounds exciting! The announcement mentions exploring the Mycenaean world, the people who likely provided the inspiration for the Odyssey. What can attendees expect to learn about them at this event?
**Guest:** We’ll be diving into many aspects of Mycenaean life, including their seafaring prowess. We’ll examine their motivations for travel, the advanced shipbuilding techniques they utilized, and the complex relationships they maintained with other civilizations like the Egyptians, Phoenicians, and Cypriots. Think bustling trade routes, the exchange of ideas, and how these interactions shaped the cosmopolitan tapestry of the era.
**Host:** The Odyssey tells a fantastic story of adventure, but it also seems to touch upon deeper themes, perhaps even reflecting the social and cultural dynamics of the time.
**Guest:** Absolutely! Beyond the tangible aspects, we’ll explore the underlying messages conveyed through Odysseus’s travels and trials. We’ll consider how these narratives might reflect social norms, cultural values, and perhaps even anxieties of the Mycenaean world.
**Host:** This sounds like a truly enriching experience for anyone intrigued by ancient history and Greek mythology.
**Guest:** It certainly promises to be a thought-provoking evening. We encourage everyone interested in exploring the captivating world of the Odyssey and the historical context that shaped it to join us.
**Host:** Thank you so much for your insights, [Guest Name]. We look forward to learning more at the event.
**(Information adapted from the provided text and [[1](https://mythopedia.com/topics/odyssey)])**
