This epic poem from Ancient Greece is a cornerstone of Western literature. "The Odyssey" follows Ulysses on his 10-year journey to Ithaca after the Trojan War, facing vengeful gods, sorceresses, sea monsters, and many perils. Filled with adventure, conflict, wit, and wisdom, this tale has captivated readers since ancient times. This stunning hardback edition features Alexander Pope's accessible translation, Neoclassical illustrations after John Flaxman, gold cover embossing, ivory pages, designed endpapers, and stenciled edges. Part of the Arcturus Decorative Classics series, it's a perfect gift for lovers of classical literature and mythology.
