The Illustrated Odyssey
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Homer
Binding: Hardback
Published: Penguin, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This edition of "The Odyssey" presents Homer's timeless epic poem, a foundational work of Western literature, in a visually rich format. It chronicles the arduous ten-year journey of the hero Odysseus as he strives to return to his home in Ithaca following the Trojan War. Along his perilous voyage, Odysseus confronts a pantheon of mythical creatures, powerful gods, and human adversaries, all while battling the forces of nature and his own inner demons. The narrative masterfully weaves themes of perseverance, loyalty, temptation, and the enduring human desire for homecoming, offering a profound exploration of the hero's struggle against fate and the divine. The accompanying illustrations enhance the reader's immersion in this ancient world, bringing to life the vivid landscapes and legendary figures of one of history's greatest adventure stories.
Author: Homer
Binding: Hardback
Published: Penguin, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This edition of "The Odyssey" presents Homer's timeless epic poem, a foundational work of Western literature, in a visually rich format. It chronicles the arduous ten-year journey of the hero Odysseus as he strives to return to his home in Ithaca following the Trojan War. Along his perilous voyage, Odysseus confronts a pantheon of mythical creatures, powerful gods, and human adversaries, all while battling the forces of nature and his own inner demons. The narrative masterfully weaves themes of perseverance, loyalty, temptation, and the enduring human desire for homecoming, offering a profound exploration of the hero's struggle against fate and the divine. The accompanying illustrations enhance the reader's immersion in this ancient world, bringing to life the vivid landscapes and legendary figures of one of history's greatest adventure stories.