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The greatest literary landmark of classical antiquity masterfully rendered by the most celebrated translator of our time Full description
Summary: |
The greatest literary landmark of classical antiquity masterfully rendered by the most celebrated translator of our time |
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Item Description: |
Translated from the Ancient Greek. |
Physical Description: |
lxxv, 761 pages : maps, genealogical tables ; 24 cm |
Bibliography: |
Includes bibliographical references. |
ISBN: |
9781324001805 1324001801 |
Author Notes: |
The Iliad relates the tale of the Trojan War, about the war between Greece and Troy, brought about by the kidnapping of the beautiful Greek princess, Helen, by Paris. It tells of the exploits of such legendary figures as Achilles, Ajax, and Odysseus. The Odyssey recounts the subsequent return of the Greek hero Odysseus after the defeat of the Trojans. On his return trip, Odysseus braves such terrors as the Cyclops, a one-eyed monster; the Sirens, beautiful temptresses; and Scylla and Charybdis, a deadly rock and whirlpool. Waiting for him at home is his wife who has remained faithful during his years in the war. Both the Iliad and the Odyssey have had numerous adaptations, including several film versions of each. (Bowker Author Biography) |