The Odyssey Of Homer
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: HOMER; edited by ELIOT, Charles W.
Binding: Hardback
Published: Grolier Enterprises Corp., 1991
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This epic poem chronicles the perilous ten-year journey of the hero Odysseus as he strives to return to his kingdom of Ithaca following the Trojan War. The narrative presents a vivid tapestry of ancient Greek mythology, illustrating encounters with formidable monsters like the Cyclops and the Sirens, and navigating the wrath and favor of powerful gods. It details the hero's cunning and resilience in the face of immense adversity, while also portraying the unwavering loyalty of his wife Penelope and son Telemachus. The work powerfully argues for the enduring human spirit and the profound longing for home, cementing its place as a foundational text in Western literature.
Author: HOMER; edited by ELIOT, Charles W.
Binding: Hardback
Published: Grolier Enterprises Corp., 1991
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This epic poem chronicles the perilous ten-year journey of the hero Odysseus as he strives to return to his kingdom of Ithaca following the Trojan War. The narrative presents a vivid tapestry of ancient Greek mythology, illustrating encounters with formidable monsters like the Cyclops and the Sirens, and navigating the wrath and favor of powerful gods. It details the hero's cunning and resilience in the face of immense adversity, while also portraying the unwavering loyalty of his wife Penelope and son Telemachus. The work powerfully argues for the enduring human spirit and the profound longing for home, cementing its place as a foundational text in Western literature.