In "A Modern Telemachus," Charlotte M. Yonge revivifies the classical epic form by weaving a narrative that explores the themes of personal journey and intellectual growth in a contemporary Victorian context. The book, structured as a journey in the mold of Homer'Äôs "Odyssey," follows the protagonist's quest for identity and purpose amidst the social challenges of 19th-century England. Yonge'Äôs ...