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Listen, O Muse, and hear my song, Of the great adventures that took so long, Of the noble Odysseus, king of Ithaca, Whose journey was filled with many a setback.The tale begins with the end of the Trojan War, When the Greeks set sail from the Trojan shore. Odysseus and his men faced many a danger, From the wrath of the gods to the Cyclops' anger.They sailed through storms and fought with beasts, But despite all odds, they made it to their feast, And there, in the halls of the goddess Circe, Odysseus... Leer más sobre este artículo

Dating to the ninth century BC, Homer’s timeless poem still vividly conveys the horror and heroism of men and gods wrestling with towering emotions and battling amidst devastation and destruction, as it moves inexorably to  the wrenching, tragic conclusion of the Trojan War. Renowned classicist Bernard Knox observes in his superb Introduction that although the violence of the Iliad is grim and relentless, it coexists with both images of civilized life and a poignant yearning for peace.... Leer más sobre este artículo

The Odyssey (Greek: Ὀδύσσεια, Odýsseia) is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad, the other work traditionally ascribed to Homer. The poem is fundamental to the modern Western canon. Indeed it is the second—the Iliad being the first—extant work of Western literature. It was probably composed near the end of the eighth century BC, somewhere in Ionia, the Greek-speaking coastal region of what is now Turkey. - [Wikipedia][1]... Leer más sobre este artículo

Includes bibliographical references (p. 233-236) and index.

Explore the real Greek myths behind Percy Jackson's story - he's not the first Perseus to have run into trouble with the gods . . .These are the mysterious and exciting legends of the gods and heroes in Ancient Greece, from the adventures of Perseus, the labours of Heracles, the voyage of Jason and the Argonauts, to Odysseus and the Trojan wars.Introduced with wit and humour by Rick Riordan, creator of the highly successful Percy Jackson series.

Paperback / softback. New. Tells the story of darkest episode in "Trojan War". At its centre is Achilles, greatest warrior-champion of Greeks, and his refusal to fight after being humiliated by his leader Agamemnon. But when Trojan Hector kills Achilles' close friend Patroclus, he storms back into battle to take revenge - even though he knows this may ensure his own death.

Softcover . 🔴 Condition - Good🔴Australian buyers can combine up to 5Kg of Books for the same postage charge.🟢 This Book weighs 540 Grams.🟢 ** INTERNATIONAL POSTAGE ON THIS ITEM WILL REQUIRE AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE(weight is over 500 grams) **

Paperback. Very Good.

Hardback. Acceptable.

New York: WW Norton & Co, 2023. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. New/New. 1st Printing. Signed to the title page. Brand new copy.

Harper Perennial Modern Classics, 2007. Paperback. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.

Paperback. Very Good.

HarperCollins, 1994. 1st printing. Tight and unmarked. Quarter cloth binding. 470pp. Translated and with Introduction by Michael Reck. Unclipped jacket now in a new mylar cover.. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. 8vo - 8" - 9" Tall.

Paperback. Good.

Hardback. Very Good.

Dover, 1999. Trade Paperback. Very Good. In Excellent Used Condition. May Have Minor Shelf Wear To Edges. Crease Back Cover Bottom Letf. For More Information On Condition. Please See All Photos. - "A Beautiful Edition Of Homer's Classic Tale From Ancient Greece, Vividly Retold To Delight Modern Readers. Dramatic, Stylish Illustrations Bring To Life Brave Odysseus' Encounters With Furious Gods, Bewitching Goddesses, Terrifying Monsters And A Man-Eating Cyclops... A Beautiful Gift... Leer más sobre este artículo

New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; The The Odyssey: A Modern Translation of Homer's Classic Tale.

London: Nonesuch Press, 1931. First edition thus. Extremely sparse spot-staining to Iliad, still near fine, Odyssey spine darkened a shade with a couple tiny chips to fore edge, still fine. Both volumes in custom mylar covers.. Full tan and brick red morocco, five raised bands to spine, gilt title panel, double gold filleting to front and rear boards. Fore- and lower edges untrimmed, top edge trimmed and gilt. Marbled endpapers. Lacking slipcases. Limited to 1450 copies (Iliad) and 1300 copies... Leer más sobre este artículo

N Y: Mentor Book / New American Library. Mass Market Paperback. Very Good. A clean, unmarked book with a tight binding. Printing date not shown; circa 1970's.

Paperback / softback. New.

Oxford University Press, Incorporated, 1981. Paperback. Good. Disclaimer:Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.

Paperback. Very Good.

Guild Publishing, 1987. Hardcover. Good. 1987. No Edition Remarks. 469 pages. No dust jacket. Blue cloth and leather covered boards with gilt. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing. Binding remains firm. Boards have mild edge-wear with slight rubbing to surfaces. Gilt lettering is bright and clear.

Penguin Publishing Group, 2015. Mass Market Paperback. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.

Modern Library #166. Book is almost in good condition, top spray, some staining nad scuffing, previous owner signture, writing and underlining on several pages.

Paperback. Very Good.

Penguin Books, 1960. Paperback. Good. 1960. Reprinted. 469 pages. Illustrated paper cover. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Minor issues present such as mild cracking, inscriptions, inserts, light foxing, tanning and thumb marking. Overall a good condition item. Paper cover has mild edge-wear with light rubbing and creasing. Some light marking and tanning.

New. New Book; Fast Shipping from UK; Not signed; Not First Edition; The The Odyssey.