How long was Odysseus away from home?

Odysseus, the protagonist of Homer's "The Odyssey," was away from home for 20 years. He spent 10 years fighting in the Trojan War and another 10 years on his journey home, which was filled with numerous obstacles and challenges. During his absence, his wife Penelope and son Telemachus remained in Ithaca, fending off suitors who were vying for Penelope's hand in marriage and trying to take over Odysseus's kingdom. The story of Odysseus's long journey home has become a classic example of an epic hero's journey and has been an inspiration to writers and artists for centuries.

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