Calypso's Guest

In this timeless short story inspired by The Odyssey, a man exiled to a distant planet grapples with the curse of immortality and the sudden arrival of a crash-landed traveler. As the two men form a tender bond during the traveler's recovery, the exile faces a profound dilemma: will their connection be enough to overcome the pull of wanderlust? This tale by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Andrew Sean Greer explores themes of adventure, companionship, and unrequited love.