The Odyssey
Author: Homer
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About This Book'The Odyssey is a poem of extraordinary pleasures: it is a salt-caked, storm-tossed, wine-dark treasury of tales, of many twists and turns, like life itself' GuardianThe epic tale of Odysseus and his ten-year journey home after the Trojan War forms one of the earliest and greatest works of Western literature. Confronted by natural and supernatural threats - ship-wrecks, battles, monsters and the implacable enmity of the sea-god Poseidon - Odysseus must use his bravery and cunning to reach his homeland and overcome the obstacles that, even there, await him. E. V. Rieu's translation of The Odyssey was the very first Penguin Classic to be published, and has itself achieved classic status. Translated by E. V. RIEU Revised translation by D. C. H. RIEU With an Introduction by PETER JONES Read moreBook DetailsAuthor: HomerPublisher: Penguin Classics (30 January 2003); Penguin Random House Ireland Limited; productsafety@penguin.co.ukFormat: Paperback – Deckle Edge, 30 January 2003Language: EnglishPages: 416ISBN: 978-0140449112Dimensions: 20.22 x 12.85 x 2.51 cmWeight: 306 g
Browse this title within our Arts, Literature and Humanities collection. Edition details: Paperback – Deckle Edge, 30 January 2003, English.
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- Reading Level
- General / Adult
- Language & Format
- English • Paperback – Deckle Edge, 30 January 2003
- ISBN Reference
- Available on request
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- Penguin Classics (30 January 2003); Penguin Random House Ireland Limited; productsafety@penguin.co.uk
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What is this book about?
About This Book'The Odyssey is a poem of extraordinary pleasures: it is a salt-caked, storm-tossed, wine-dark treasury of tales, of many twists and turns, like life itself' GuardianThe epic tale of Odysseus and his ten-year journey home after the Trojan War forms one of the earliest and greatest...
Who should read this book?
Recommended for readers who enjoy Arts, Literature and Humanities and are looking for genuine, well-crafted literature by Homer.
Why Readers Pick This Edition
- You’ll fall into a world of gods, monsters, and hard‑won wisdom in this timeless epic of adventure and survival. The Odyssey isn’t just a journey across seas—it’s a journey through courage, loyalty, and the pull of home. With E. V. Rieu’s elegant, readable translation, this Penguin Classic draws you into Odysseus’ trials and triumphs in a way that feels vivid and alive. Whether you’re revisiting a classic or discovering it for the first time, this is a story that stays with you long after the final page.
- Published by Penguin Classics (30 January 2003); Penguin Random House Ireland Limited; productsafety@penguin.co.uk.
- Language: English.
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About This Book'The Odyssey is a poem of extraordinary pleasures: it is a salt-caked, storm-tossed, wine-dark treasury of tales, of many twists and turns, like life itself' GuardianThe epic tale of Odysseus and his ten-year journey home after the Trojan War forms one of the earliest and greatest works of Western literature. Confronted by natural and supernatural threats - ship-wrecks, battles, monsters and the implacable enmity of the sea-god Poseidon - Odysseus must use his bravery and cunning to reach his homeland and overcome the obstacles that, even there, await him. E. V. Rieu's translation of The Odyssey was the very first Penguin Classic to be published, and has itself achieved...
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