The Odyssey
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Description
📖 Own the epic that shaped Western storytelling — before it’s a blockbuster!
- CINEMATIC BUZZ - Soon to be a major motion picture by Christopher Nolan — own the story before it hits the big screen.
- COLLECTORS DELUXE EDITION - Premium French flaps and deckle-edged paper for a tactile, luxurious reading experience.
- MASTERFUL MODERN TRANSLATION - Robert Fagles' acclaimed version brings Homer’s epic to life with lyrical precision and contemporary rhythm.
- SCHOLARLY INSIGHT MEETS ACCESSIBILITY - Includes Bernard Knox’s expert introduction and commentary, perfect for both classicists and curious readers.
- TIMELESS THEMES FOR TODAYS LEADERS - Explore enduring human struggles—wit, resilience, and moral endurance—that resonate with modern professional journeys.
The Odyssey, translated by award-winning classicist Robert Fagles, is a Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition featuring a stunning modern-verse translation of Homer’s timeless epic. Celebrated for its lyrical mastery and insightful commentary by Bernard Knox, this edition offers both scholarly depth and accessible storytelling. Ranked #1 in Ancient & Classical Poetry and soon to be adapted into a major film by Christopher Nolan, it’s a must-have for readers who crave cultural legacy and literary excellence.
Specifications
| ASIN | 0140268863 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #123 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in Ancient & Classical Poetry #1 in Epic Poetry (Books) #1 in Ancient & Medieval Literature |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,456) |
| Dimensions | 8.4 x 5.7 x 1.5 inches |
| Edition | Reprint |
| ISBN-10 | 9780140268867 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0140268867 |
| Item Weight | 1.32 pounds |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 541 pages |
| Publication date | November 29, 1999 |
| Publisher | Penguin Classics |
| Reading age | 18 years and up |
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