The Odyssey (A Penguin Classics Hardcover)

By Homer, Bernard Knox (Editor)

Product Code: 9780143139379

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The Odyssey is one of the greatest epics of Western literature, recounting Odysseus's extraordinary journey as he struggles to return home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. Through encounters with gods, monsters, storms, temptations, and other forces beyond his control, Odysseus must depend on his intelligence, courage, and determination to survive a ten-year voyage filled with danger and uncertainty.

Robert Fagles’s acclaimed translation brings Homer’s ancient epic to modern readers in a vivid and lyrical style. His rendering captures the energy and poetry of the original while preserving the timeless themes at its heart. Odysseus’s journey becomes more than an adventure—it is a profound exploration of perseverance, loyalty, temptation, identity, and the enduring human desire to return home.

This Penguin Classics hardcover edition includes maps, genealogical tables, and pronunciation guides, making it accessible and engaging for both newcomers and longtime readers of Homer. It also features an introduction and textual commentary by renowned classicist Bernard Knox, providing valuable insight into the epic and its enduring significance in Western literature.

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Format: Hardcover
Page Count: 560
Dimensions: 5.9 x 1.65 x 8.55 (in)