100% NZ-owned | 80,000+ Books In NZ 📚

Order Today and You Could Win a Year of Free Books! 📚✨

Iliad & Odyssey

By Homer
Series: Leather-bound Classics
0.0 (0 reviews)
4.07 goodreads logo

Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.

Check link for latest rating. ( 82,484 ratings, 1,424 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Summary
Iliad & Odyssey by Homer is a timeless epic that explores themes of heroism, loyalty, and the wrath of gods. The Iliad delves into the fiery battles and personal conflicts of the Trojan War, focusing on the Greek hero Achilles. Meanwhile, the Odyssey follows the adventurous journey of Odysseus as he strives to return home post-war, facing mythical creatures and divine interference. Both stories offer profound insights into human nature and the pursuit of honour and redemption.
Read More
Format: Leather / fine binding
$5000
Elsewhere:
$5500
OVERNIGHT NZ-WIDE DELIVERY

Found a better price? Request a price match

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by epic tales of heroism, adventure, and the ancient world. It masterfully weaves together themes of fate, honour, and the human condition, offering a deep dive into Greek mythology and legendary battles. This classic work is perfect for those who appreciate timeless stories that have shaped Western literary tradition.

Book Hero thinking about your next read

Iliad & Odyssey

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

No home library is complete without the classics! Iliad & Odyssey brings together the two essential Greek epics from the poet Homer in an elegant, leather-bound, omnibus edition—a keepsake to be read and treasured.

The Iliad and The Odyssey are two of the oldest works of western literature—yet these ancient myths still offer powerful lessons for our times. From the fascinating fall of Troy to Odysseus' perilous journey home, from the gods and goddesses to the Sirens and the suitors, the events and characters of these epic tales captivate us, teach us, and inspire us. Their influence can be seen far and wide, from James Joyce's Ulysses to the movie sensation Troy, starring Brad Pitt.

Whether you've read Homer's original stories or you've only enjoyed their modern-day descendants, you'll love this Canterbury Classics edition of Iliad & Odyssey. The perfect book to complete any bookshelf, Iliad & Odyssey features an eye-catching leather-bound cover with gold foil stamping, as well as fine ivory paper with gilded edges. You'll be moved by these magical works, and then delight in displaying this beautiful book in your home.

A classic keepsake for fans of Greek mythology, as well as all great literature, Iliad & Odyssey is the perfect addition to any library.

Series: Leather-bound Classics

View all

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781607102120

Publisher: Canterbury Classics

Format: Leather / fine binding

Date Published: 24 November 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: Canterbury Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by Samuel Butler
  • Introduction by Stephanie Lynn Budin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 159.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 975g

Pages: 656

Collections

Featured Fiction General Fiction Homer Literary Fiction New Release Fiction Series: Leather-bound Classics

About the Author

Homer is a legendary ancient Greek poet, traditionally said to be the author of the two great epics of Greek history: the Iliad and the Odyssey. Both books are considered landmarks in human literature, and Homer is therefore often cited as the starting point of Western literary and historical tradition. University of Pennsylvania: M.A., Ph.D. Graduate Group in Ancient History. Dissertation Title: “The Origins of Aphrodite.” 1991–2000   Samuel Butler (1835–1902) was an English novelist, translator, and artist. He is best known for his novel The Way of All Flesh and his translations of Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey.

Also by Homer

View all

More from General Fiction

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.