The Illustrated Odyssey

The Illustrated Odyssey

$15.00 AUD

Availability: in stock at our Tullamarine warehouse

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: translated by E V Rieu; introduced by Jacquetta Hawkes
Binding: Hardback
Published: BCA, 1981

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

This edition of The Odyssey presents the timeless epic poem, chronicling the legendary hero Odysseus's perilous decade-long voyage home after the Trojan War. Readers will follow his encounters with monstrous Cyclops, the enchanting Sirens, and the vengeful god Poseidon, all while his loyal wife Penelope awaits his return in Ithaca. The narrative illustrates themes of cunning, resilience, and the enduring power of family bonds against a backdrop of divine interference and human frailty. Its dramatic scope and vivid storytelling continue to captivate audiences, offering a profound meditation on the human condition and the trials of destiny. The accompanying illustrations enhance the immersive experience, bringing the ancient world to life with striking visual interpretations.

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Description

Author: translated by E V Rieu; introduced by Jacquetta Hawkes
Binding: Hardback
Published: BCA, 1981

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings

This edition of The Odyssey presents the timeless epic poem, chronicling the legendary hero Odysseus's perilous decade-long voyage home after the Trojan War. Readers will follow his encounters with monstrous Cyclops, the enchanting Sirens, and the vengeful god Poseidon, all while his loyal wife Penelope awaits his return in Ithaca. The narrative illustrates themes of cunning, resilience, and the enduring power of family bonds against a backdrop of divine interference and human frailty. Its dramatic scope and vivid storytelling continue to captivate audiences, offering a profound meditation on the human condition and the trials of destiny. The accompanying illustrations enhance the immersive experience, bringing the ancient world to life with striking visual interpretations.