The Odyssey is the most enduring classic of western civilization, telling the story of Ulysses and his eventful voyage home after the Trojan War.
This deluxe hardback edition features Alexander Pope''s classic 1726 translation which perfectly captures the lyricism of this epic poem. Featured alongside the text are wonderful illustrations derived from John Flaxman''s neoclassical designs, as well as an useful introduction and commentary by George Davidson which allows you to easily follow the action.
With gilded page-edges, silver embossed cover design and beautifully designed endpapers, this
elegant and timeless hardback edition makes a wonderful collector''s item or gift.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibilin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, beautifully designed end-papers and gilded page edges. These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.
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Höhe: 191 mm
Breite: 236 mm
Dicke: 33 mm
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978-1-3988-0751-8 (9781398807518)
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