The Odyssey

This magnificent hardback edition presents Homer’s legendary epic The Odyssey, featuring deluxe cover embossing, printed page edges and stunning neoclassical illustrations.

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 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 by George Davidson and commentary by Emma Woolerton which allows you to easily follow the action.

With beautiful page-edge designs, gold embossed cover design and beautifully illustrated endpapers, this elegant and timeless hardback edition makes a wonderful collector’s item or gift.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Epic Classics brings together stunning hardback gift editions of classic works, presented with striking illustrated page edges and illustrated throughout by such greats as Gustave Dor? and Harry Clarke.

Author: Homer
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Sirius Entertainment
Published: 11/04/2025
Series: Arcturus Epic Classics
Pages: 384
Weight: 3.58lbs
Size: 11.66h x 9.49w x 1.29d
ISBN: 9781398862487
Language: English