| Author/Contributor(s): | Homer; Butler, Samuel |
| Publisher: | Canterbury Classics |
| Date: | 4/21/2026 |
| Binding: | Flexible Plastic/Vinyl |
| Condition: | NEW |
The story of Odysseus’s perilous journey home after the fall of Troy relates allegorical tales of goddesses and sirens, capture and escape, and maneuvering between Scylla and Charybdis. After ten years of travel, Odysseus finally reaches Ithaca only to find his family in turmoil. The saga of his efforts to make things right is one of the oldest works of Western literature and still offers powerful lessons for modern times.
Why this version of Odyssey is a perfect gift for book collectors:
- Features full-color painted edges of an ocean scene.
- Cover made of durable, flexible material.
- Includes full-color endpapers.
- The beautiful blue cover features foil stamping, making Odyssey a stylish addition to any bookshelf.
- Famous quotes from Odyssey are featured on the cover, including:
- “Where have you been wandering?”
- “Fear, too, the wrath of heaven, lest the gods should be displeased and turn upon you.”
Odyssey becomes a motion picture by award-winning film director Christopher Nolan in 2026.