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The Odyssey
Series: Chartwell Deluxe Editions
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A stunning gift edition of the age-old tale of Odysseus and his journey. This epic poem by Homer, believed to have been written between the eighth and ninth centuries BC, continues to be essential reading for young and old alike. The Odyssey follows the Greek hero...
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One of the greatest adventure tales in history, The Odyssey-Odysseus's journey home after The Trojan War-is still a must-read in this newly designed faux-leather edition.
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A stunning gift edition of the age-old tale of Odysseus and his journey. This epic poem by Homer, believed to have been written between the eighth and ninth centuries BC, continues to be essential reading for young and old alike.
The Odyssey follows the Greek hero Odysseus on a ten-year journey back to his home in Ithaca after fighting in the Trojan War. The challenges he encounters along the way, both natural and supernatural, continually test his character and endurance. Run-ins with Cyclops, Medusa, and the Sirens are only a few of the obstacles he must overcome to see his wife and son once again.
This collectible edition of The Odyssey features:
- An elegant faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designs
- Introduction by literature and writing professor Andrew Lynn
- Unabridged text
- A summary of the original tale with a key describing its major characters
- A summary of what we know of Homer's life
This lovely classic is a perfect gift or a wonderful addition to your home library. Other Chartwell Deluxe Editions include: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Anne of Green Gables, Dracula, Emma, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, The Iliad, Inferno, Irish Fairy and Folk Tales, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Little Women, Meditations, Moby Dick, Phantom of the Opera, Pride and Prejudice, and The Republic.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780785846949
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 07 August 2025
Country: United States
Imprint: Chartwell Books Inc.,U.S.
Contributors:
- Translated by Samuel Butler
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 146.0mm
Height: 191.0mm
Weight: 699g
Pages: 320
About the Author
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