The Iliad and The Odyssey (Luxury Edition)

Name: The Iliad and The Odyssey (Luxury Edition)
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9789370892965
Price: 77.0 NZD
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Beautifully designed for display and crafted for durability, this collector's edition is perfect for readers seeking to experience the drama, heroism, and mythology of ancient Greece in a single stunning keepsake. Step into a world shaped by gods, warriors, and ancient quests with this luxury edition... Read More

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The Iliad and The Odyssey (Luxury Edition)

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Step into a world shaped by gods, warriors, and ancient quests with this luxury edition of Homer's epic poetry. These foundational works of classical literature have inspired centuries of storytelling, offering a powerful blend of heroism, longing, betrayal, and fate. This volume invites readers to experience the grandeur of ancient Greece in a beautifully crafted format designed to endure.

Includes The Iliad and The Odyssey

This elegant edition invites readers to journey from the battlefields of Troy to Odysseus's long voyage home, encountering divine schemes, legendary heroes, and unforgettable trials along the way. Bound in a large-format luxury hardcover with an appealing design, this book serves both as a literary treasure and a centrepiece for any classic literature collection.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9789370892965

Publisher: Prakash Books India Private Limited

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 September 2025

Country: India

Imprint: Prakash Books India Private Limited

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 236.0mm

Height: 311.0mm

Weight: 1182g

Pages: 432

Collections

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About the Author

Author Bio- Homer is the legendary ancient Greek poet traditionally credited with composing The Iliad and The Odyssey, two monumental works that shaped Western literature. Although little is known about his life, his epics have been admired for centuries for their grandeur, emotional depth, and insight into human nature. His influence continues to resonate in literature, philosophy, and art across the world. About the Translator- Samuel Butler (1835-1902) is best known for his highly readable and provocative translations of Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. Writing in clear, modern prose, he rejected overly literal, scholarly renderings in favour of narrative flow and directness. Butler believed Homer should sound like a living storyteller, not a museum piece. His translations remain valued for their accessibility, confidence, and distinctive voice, bringing the epic poems closer to the everyday reader.

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