Homer

The Odyssey of Homer, Books 9-12 is a classic piece of literature written by the ancient Greek poet, Homer. This book is a part of the larger epic poem, The Odyssey, which tells the story of the Greek hero Odysseus and his ten-year journey...

The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions...

Translator name not noted above: Andrew Lang. Originally published between 1909 and 1917 under the name "Harvard Classics," this stupendous 51-volume set-a collection of the greatest writings from literature, philosophy, history, and mythology-was assembled by American academic CHARLES WILLIAM ELIOT (1834-1926), Harvard University's longest-serving...

Colonel T.E. Lawrence was one of the most flamboyant figures of his era, known throughout the Western world as Lawrence of Arabia. Glory-seeking yet self-effacing, this soldier, archaeologist, spy, and scholar was a war hero whom Winston Churchill called "one of the greatest men...

The Odyssey is one of the great epic poems of Western literature, telling the story of Odysseus' long journey home after the Trojan War. In this edition, Book 10 is presented with detailed introductions, notes, and appendices that provide readers with a comprehensive understanding...

Illustrated Edition: Includes beautifully crafted illustrations that bring the epic journey of Odysseus to life.Comprehensive Summary: A detailed summary of each chapter, perfect for readers seeking a deeper understanding of the narrative.Author Biography: A concise biography of Homer, exploring the life and times of...

Ulysses, on his way home from the Trojan War, encounters resistance from the Sirens, Circe the sorceress, the Cyclops, and other dangers, only to find his wife, Penelope, being pursued by various suitors. Newly designed and typeset in a modern 6-by-9-inch format by Waking...

The great epic of Western literature, translated by the acclaimed classicist Robert Fagles A Penguin Classic Robert Fagles, winner of the PEN/Ralph Manheim Medal for Translation and a 1996 Academy Award in Literature from the American Academy of Arts and Letters, presents us with...

The Odyssey is the original journey tale, a genre that has lasted three thousand years, and has had a lasting influence on on literature and art. The trials of Odysseus were first told by the great bard Homer. For ten long years the Greeks...

The Odyssey is vividly captured and beautifully paced in this swift and lucid new translation by acclaimed scholar and translator Peter Green. Accompanied by an illuminating introduction, maps, chapter summaries, a glossary, and explanatory notes, this is the ideal translation for both general readers...

The Odyssey is vividly captured and beautifully paced in this swift and lucid new translation by acclaimed scholar and translator Peter Green. Accompanied by an illuminating introduction, maps, chapter summaries, a glossary, and explanatory notes, this is the ideal translation for both general readers...

"It is always a real pleasure to read a translation which adheres to one basic, important principle, to reflect faithfully what the poet says. Professor Cook's translation does just that.... This is a literal translation, following the original line for line. These lines scan...

This Norton Critical Edition includes: Emily Wilson's authoritative translation of Homer's masterpiece, accompanied by her informative introduction, explanatory footnotes, and book-by-book summaries. Four maps, created especially for this translation. Contextual materials including sources and analogues by Homer, Sappho, Pindar, and others. Also included are...

The Odyssey is an epic poem that chronicles the adventures of Odysseus, also known as Ulysses, on his journey back to his homeland, Ithaca, from the moment the Trojan War ends, narrated in the Iliad, until the moment when He finally returns home, many...

One of the oldest surviving works of literature widely read to this day, Homer's "Odyssey" tells the story of Odysseus, Greek hero king of Ithaca and his voyage back home following the cessation of the Trojan War. The journey back to Ithaca lasted as...

One of the oldest surviving works of literature widely read to this day, Homer's "Odyssey" tells the story of Odysseus, Greek hero king of Ithaca and his voyage back home following the cessation of the Trojan War. The journey back to Ithaca lasted as...

One of the supreme masterpieces of world literature, the Homeric saga of the shipwrecks, wanderings, and homecoming of the master tactician Odysseus encompasses a virtual inventory of the themes and attitudes that have shaped Western culture. The tale of Odysseus's encounters with such obstacles...

This new selected edition of the Homeric epic is designed with students in mind. Author: HomerISBN-10: 155481426XISBN-13: 9781554814268Publisher: Broadview Press IncLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/18/2019Pages: 252Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 8.40h x 5.50w x 0.60d

The classic translation of The Odyssey, now in paperback. This edition also features a map, a Glossary of Names and Places, and Fitzgerald's Postscript. Line drawings precede each book of the poem. Robert Fitzgerald's translation of Homer's Odyssey is the best and best-loved modern...

One of the two major ancient Greek epics, Homer's Odyssey, has been a classic of Western Literature for centuries. This new translation into spare, elegant blank verse is certain to attract the same praise and admiration as Herbert Jordan's translation of Homer's Iliad.In keeping...

Author: HomerISBN-10: 3368312626ISBN-13: 9783368312626Publisher: Outlook VerlagLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/28/2022Pages: 458Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.31lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 1.02d

Reproduction of the original: The Odysseys of Homer by HomerAuthor: HomerISBN-10: 3752399007ISBN-13: 9783752399004Publisher: Outlook VerlagLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/03/2020Pages: 546Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.13lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.38d

The Seventh Book of Homer's Odyssey is a classic piece of literature that was originally written by the ancient Greek poet, Homer. This particular edition of the book was published in 1899 and is a translation of the original text. The book tells the...

This is a new release of the original 1926 edition.Author: Homer, Cyril A. PeaseISBN-10: 1494114291ISBN-13: 9781494114299Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/27/2013Pages: 490Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.43lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.99d

The Twelfth Book of Homer's Odyssey is a classic work of literature that was originally written by the ancient Greek poet, Homer. This particular edition of the book was first published in 1899 and has since become a popular choice among scholars and readers...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe...

The Iliad and The Odyssey are two epic poems from Ancient Greece which have become cornerstones of Western literature. This stunning jacketed hardcover brings together these two works in accessible prose translations, ideal for those wanting to be thrown into the action of these...