The Odyssey by Homer
The Odyssey by Homer

The Odyssey

This striking hardback edition presents Homer's legendary epic, The Odyssey, with striking gold cover embossing and stencilled...
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Author: Homer
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The Odyssey by Homer

The Odyssey

$50.40
The Odyssey by Homer

The Odyssey

$50.40
Author: Homer
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description

This striking hardback edition presents Homer's legendary epic, The Odyssey, with striking gold cover embossing and stencilled page edges.

This epic poem from Ancient Greece has become a cornerstone of Western literature. Set after the Trojan War, it follows King Odysseus on his 10-year voyage to his homeland of Ithaca, on which he faces wrath of vengeful gods, cunning sorceresses, sea-monsters, and all manner of perilous obstacles. Filled with adventure, conflict, wit and wisdom, this enchanting tale has captivated readers since Ancient times.

This stunning hardback edition showcases The Odyssey in an accessible translation by Alexander Pope, ideal for those wanting to be thrown into the action of this thrilling tale. It is beautifully decorated with classic Neoclassical illustrations by John Flaxman, as well as gold cover embossing, ivory pages, beautifully designed endpapers and stencilled page edges, making the perfect gift for lovers of classical literature and mythology.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Decorative Classics series brings together elegant hardcover editions of classic works, featuring Wibalin binding, stenciled page edges, foil accents and patterned endpapers. Beautifully crafted with a traditional design sensibility, this series will make a handsome collection in any home library.

Author: Homer
Publisher: Sirius Entertainment
Published: 10/01/2024
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781398843660

About the Author

Homer is the enigmatic Greek poet reputed to be the author of both the Odyssey and its prequel, the Iliad. Although no biographical details have been discovered, he is believed to have been an historical figure whose poems were transmitted in song, following the Ancient Greek oral tradition.

Alexander Pope was one of the greatest English poets of the 18th century. His translation of the Odyssey remains a classic interpretation of this masterpiece.

George Davidson studied languages and linguistics at the universities of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Strasbourg, and is a graduate of Edinburgh University. A former senior editor with Chambers Harrap Publishers Ltd, he is now a freelance compiler and editor of dictionaries and other reference books. He is an Elder of the Church of Scotland, and lives in Edinburgh.
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