The Iliad & The Odyssey: Experience the timeless stories of the Trojan War and Odysseus's journey home in this definitive edition of Homer's greatest works.

The foundation of Western literature, now in a modern and engaging translation.

The Iliad & The Odyssey are two of the most influential and beloved works of literature ever written. These epic poems, composed by the ancient Greek poet Homer, tell the stories of the Trojan War and Odysseus's ten-year journey home to Ithaca. This definitive edition of The Iliad & The Odyssey features a modern and engaging translation by Robert Fagles, one of the most acclaimed translators of our time. Fagles's translation captures the beauty and power of Homer's original verse, making these epic poems accessible to readers of all ages. In The Iliad, you will witness the greatest heroes of Greek mythology clash in a bloody ten-year war over the city of Troy. Achilles, Hector, Odysseus, and Agamemnon are just a few of the iconic characters who come to life in Homer's vivid storytelling. In The Odyssey, you will follow Odysseus on his perilous journey home after the Trojan War. Odysseus must face countless challenges along the way, including Cyclops, sirens, and the wrath of the gods. But through it all, he remains determined to return to his wife and son. The Iliad & The Odyssey are essential reading for anyone interested in Western literature, ancient Greece, or epic storytelling. This definitive edition is the perfect way to experience these timeless works of art.

- "Fagles's translation is superb, capturing the beauty and power of Homer's original verse." —The New York Times - "Fagles has brought Homer to life for a new generation." —The Washington Post - "A magnificent translation of two of the world's greatest poems." —The Boston Globe Order your copy of The Iliad & The Odyssey today and begin your journey into the realm of ancient Greek myth and legend!

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المترجمون: Samuel Butler

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كتاب إلكتروني: 30 أكتوبر 2023