The Homer Collection 2 Books Box Set (The Iliad and The Odyssey)

The Homer Collection 2 Books Box Set (The Iliad and The Odyssey) brings together two of the best-known works of Western literature in translations by renowned scholar and acclaimed translator Peter Green. Presented as a two-book set, it offers a considered approach for readers looking to explore Homer’s epics with supporting material designed to aid understanding.

The Iliad is described as a timeless epic poem of great warriors caught between heroic pride and the decisions of fate and the gods. The Odyssey is presented in a swift, lucid translation, accompanied by additional reference features intended for both general readers and students.

Included titles

• The Iliad
• The Odyssey

Key details

• Two-book box set
• Translations by Peter Green
• The Iliad includes an introduction, book-by-book synopsis, glossary, explanatory notes and a select bibliography
• The Odyssey includes an introduction, maps, chapter summaries, a glossary and explanatory notes

Synopses

The Iliad

One of the oldest surviving works of Western literature, this epic poem centres on great warriors caught between their own heroic pride and the often harsh decisions of fate and the gods. This edition is translated by Peter Green and is supported by an introduction, a synopsis of each book, a wide-ranging glossary and explanatory notes for a small number of in-text items. A select bibliography is also included for readers who wish to learn more about Homer and the Greek epic.

The Odyssey

Translated by Peter Green, this edition presents the poem in a swift and lucid style with carefully paced storytelling. It is accompanied by an introduction, maps, chapter summaries, a glossary and explanatory notes.