The Odyssey: With Illustrations After John Flaxman

By Homer

16.00 JOD

ISBN: 9781789509427

Publisher: Arcturus Publishing

Binding: Hardback

Number of Pages: 384

Publication Date: 04-Jan-20

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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 beautiful slipcase 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 expert Dr Emma Woolerton’s useful commentary.

This elegant and timeless hardback edition makes a wonderful collector’s item or gift.

Angilbert, Count of Ponthieu was a noble Frankish poet who was educated under Alcuin and served Charlemagne as a secretary, diplomat, and son-in-law. He is venerated as a pre-Congregation saint and is still honored on the day of his death, 18 February.

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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 beautiful slipcase 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 expert Dr Emma Woolerton's useful commentary. This elegant and timeless hardback edition makes a wonderful collector's item or gift.