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Homer
"The Iliad," an epic poem attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer, stands as a timeless masterpiece that has captivated readers for centuries. Composed around the 8th century BCE, this…
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"The Iliad," an ancient Greek epic poem attributed to Homer, stands as a timeless masterpiece that has captivated readers for centuries. Set against the backdrop of the Trojan War, this…
The Iliad, attributed to Homer, is an ancient Greek epic poem set during the Trojan War. It revolves around the anger of the Greek hero Achilles, who withdraws from battle…
The Odyssey was originally composed in Homeric Greek around the 8th or 7th century BC and, by the mid-6th century BC, had become part of the Greek literary canon. In…
Homer’s two epics of the ancient world, The Iliad and The Odyssey, tell stories as riveting today as when they were written between the eighth and ninth century B.C. This…
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The Odyssey reveals a universal order where gods intercede in the destinies of men, heroes are both deceitful and brave and a sea voyage becomes a test of human ingenuity…
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Samuel Butler
"A First Year in Canterbury Settlement" is a journey narrative written by Samuel Butler, recounting his evaluations at some point of his first year in the Canterbury area of New…
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"The Fair Haven" by Samuel Butler is a completely unique and satirical paintings that delves into non secular and theological themes, offered in the form of a dialogue. Published anonymously…
In a world where tradition and expectations reign supreme, Ernest's journey of self-discovery and rebellion challenges the very foundations of society.
Embark on a journey into Samuel Butler's satirical masterpiece, Erewhon; or, Over the Range. In this whimsical and thought-provoking novel, Butler
explores the boundaries of conventional wisdom, taking readers to…
Homer, Samuel Denhartog
In "The Journey of Ulysses," embark on a timeless voyage reimagined for the modern reader. This captivating retelling of Homer's "Odyssey" breathes new life into the ancient saga of Ulysses…
Samuel Halifax
Reprint of the original, first published in 1874.
Tell me, Muse, of that man, so ready at need, who wandered far and wide, after he had sacked the sacred citadel of Troy, and many were the men whose…
The Odyssey is a classical epic poem about the events following the fall of Troy and the end of the Trojan War which is generally thought to have been written…
The Iliad is a classical epic poem about the events during the last year of the Trojan War and the fall of Troy. The tale revolves around the Greek warrior…
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the "public…
The history of Homer and his works is lost in doubtful obscurity, as is the history of many of the first minds who have done honor to humanity because they…
The Odyssey is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad, the other Homeric epic. The Odyssey is…
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Tells the story of darkest episode in Trojan War . At its centre is Achilles, greatest warrior-champion of Greeks, and his refusal to fight after being humiliated by his leader…
The Iliad and the Odyssey are two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. They are among the oldest extant works of Western literature. Set during the Trojan War…
Embark on an epic journey through the ancient world with Homer's timeless classics, The Iliad and The Odyssey, as brought to life in Samuel Butler's vibrant and accessible translations. This…
Poet and Homeric scholar Barry B. Powell offers a major new translation of this timeless epic poem
The Odyssey is an epic poem that chronicles the adventures of Odysseus, also known as Ulysses, on his journey back to his homeland, Ithaca, from the moment the Trojan War…
The Iliad and the Odyssey of Homer (eighth century BCE) are the two oldest European epic poems. The former tells of Achilles’s anger over an insult to his honour during…
Having spent ten years fighting in the Trojan War, Odysseus embarks on his journey back to Ithica. To get there he must deceive a giant Cyclops, face Poseidon’s wrath, escape…
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The Iliad tells the story of Greek warrior Achilles’ great anger and the tragic death of Hector during the Trojan War, encapsulating the brutality of war. Its epic sweep has…
T. E. Lawrence’s original translation of Homer’s epic poem.
A lean, fleet-footed translation that recaptures Homer’s nimble gallop and brings an ancient epic to new life.
Homer,Samuel Butler
Homer’s epic tale of Odysseus is one of the earliest and greatest works of literature. His influence on the Western imagination is immense; Plato calls him the leader of Greek…
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This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the…
When the beautiful Helen is taken away and fall madly in love with Hector of Troy her Greek partner gathers the forces of Greece to fight against the Trojans to…
This collection includes both of the greatest Greek stories ever told and numbers amongst the most important works of Western literature.
Homer’s legendary account of the Trojan War, an epic battle that took place over three thousand years ago and had a significant impact on world history.
The story of Odysseus, king of Ithaca and his voyage back home following the cessation of the Trojan War.
