The Odyssey
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ISBN:
9780199536788
Publication date:
30/10/2009
Paperback
384 pages
196x129mm
Price: 349.00 INR
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ISBN:
9780199536788
Publication date:
30/10/2009
Paperback
384 pages
Homer, Walter Shewring, G. S. Kirk
A famous and well-admired translation by Walter Shewring, which comes as close to the spirit of the original Greek as our language will allow,With an introduction explaining the significance of the work to Greek literature and literature as a whole, the features that characterise Homers writing style, and the links between the work and the Trojan War,Includes a glossary and index of names to help the reader unfamiliar with Greek literature follow the events and characters,Includes several maps linking the literary events with real locations
Rights: OUP UK (INDIAN TERRITORY)
Homer, Walter Shewring, G. S. Kirk
Description
This prose translation of the Odyssey is so successful that it has taken its place as one of the few really outstanding versions of Homer's famous epic poem. It is the story of the return of Odysseus from the siege of Troy to his home in Ithaca, and of the vengeance he takes on the suitors of his wife Penelope. Odysseus's account of his adventures since leaving Troy includes his encounter with the enchantress Circe, his visit to the Underworld, and the lure of the Sirens.
ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's
commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
About the author
Homer, Walter Shewring, G. S. KirkHomer, Walter Shewring, G. S. Kirk
Description
This prose translation of the Odyssey is so successful that it has taken its place as one of the few really outstanding versions of Homer's famous epic poem. It is the story of the return of Odysseus from the siege of Troy to his home in Ithaca, and of the vengeance he takes on the suitors of his wife Penelope. Odysseus's account of his adventures since leaving Troy includes his encounter with the enchantress Circe, his visit to the Underworld, and the lure of the Sirens.
ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's
commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
About the author
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