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The Essential Homer

By Homer
Series: Hackett Classics
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The Essential Homer presents carefully chosen episodes from both the Iliad and the Odyssey, focusing on the most significant parts commonly studied in mythology courses. This collection offers a streamlined way to experience Homer's epic tales without requiring readers to navigate the entire lengthy texts.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This edition is ideal for undergraduate students and general readers interested in Greek mythology and the epic works of Homer, especially in academic settings where an abridged yet authentic presentation is preferred.

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Selections from both the Iliad and the Odyssey, made with an eye for those episodes that figure most prominently in the study of mythology.

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The Essential Homer offers selections from both the Iliad and the Odyssey. These selections are carefully chosen, with a focus on the episodes that hold the greatest prominence in the study of mythology.

Series: Hackett Classics

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Praised for its vigorous, readable translation and well-selected passages, The Essential Homer is regarded as an excellent resource for students. Reviews highlight its suitability for courses where full texts are impractical, noting it maintains the essential spirit of the originals while being accessible and engaging. Academics from institutions like Princeton, Westchester, and Stanford commend its utility and quality.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780872205406

Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 September 2000

Country: United States

Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Illustration: none

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Sheila Murnaghan
  • Edited and translated by Stanley Lombardo

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 453g

Pages: 536

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About the Author

Stanley Lombardo is Professor of Classics, University of Kansas.

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