Overview
This striking hardback edition presents Homer's legendary epic, The Odyssey, with striking gold cover embossing and stencilled page edges.
This epic poem from Ancient Greece has become a cornerstone of Western literature. Set after the Trojan War, it follows Ulysses on his 10-year voyage to his homeland of Ithaca, on which he faces wrath of vengeful gods, cunning sorceresses, sea-monsters, and all manner of perilous obstacles. Filled with adventure, conflict, wit and wisdom, this enchanting tale has captivated readers since Ancient times.
This stunning hardback edition showcases The Odyssey in an accessible translation by Alexander Pope, ideal for those wanting to be thrown into the action of this thrilling tale. It is beautifully decorated with Neoclassical illustrations after John Flaxman, as well as gold cover embossing, ivory pages, beautifully designed endpapers and stencilled page edges, making the perfect gift for lovers of classical literature and mythology.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Decorative Classics series brings together elegant hardcover editions of classic works, featuring Wibalin binding, stenciled page edges, foil accents and patterned endpapers. Beautifully crafted with a traditional design sensibility, this series will make a handsome collection in any home library.
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