Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
An exquisitely designed leather-bound edition with a gold-foiled cover, this omnibus featuring Samuel Butler's translations of the two Homeric epics comes with a ribbon bookmark, gilded edges, and beautiful endpapers. Ideal to be read and treasured, it makes for a perfect addition to any library. The oldest extant works of Western literature, Homer's The Iliad and The Odyssey are an important part of the Greek culture. The Iliad gives a detailed poetic description of the war of Troy and expounds the battle and the events during the weeks of quarrels between King Agamemnon and warrior Achilles. The Odyssey expounds Homer's energetic vision of everyman's journey through life. It recounts the tale of Ulysses' ' nostros' -- journey back home, after the ten-year-long Trojan War and the fall of the city of Troy.
Synopsis
Embark on a literary odyssey through ancient Greece with Homer's timeless epics, The Iliad and The Odyssey. In The Iliad, witness the ravages of the Trojan War as gods and mortals clash in a tale of honor, heroism, and the consequences of unchecked pride. Then, journey alongside Odysseus in The Odyssey as he battles mythical creatures, evades vengeful gods, ad strives to return home, navigating treacherous seas and testing the limits of human resilience. These masterpieces of ancient literature capture the essence of the human experience, exploring themes of love, loss, destiny, and the indomitable spirit of adventure.
- Epic tales of ancient heroes and legendary battles.
- Unforgettable characters shaped by gods and destiny.
- Timeless exploration of human emotions and triumphs.
- Gripping narratives of honor, courage, and sacrifice.
- Immersive journey through ancient Greece's mythical landscapes.