Books with author HOMER

While Homer's existence as a historical person is still a topic of debate, the writings attributed to the name have made their mark not only on Greek history and literature, but upon western civilization itself. Homer's epic poems, The Iliad and The Odyssey, laid the foundation upon which Ancient Greece developed not only its culture, but its societal values, religious beliefs, and practice of warfare as well.This publication features the Samuel Butler translation, and while it strays from the poetic style reproduced by more well known translators like Robert Fagles and Robert Fitzgerald, the vision of the epics as if they were prose found in modern novels take their best form under Butler's most capable hand.

This Prestwick House Literary Touchstone Classic includes a glossary and notes to help the modern reader appreciate The Iliad's vocabulary and references to Greek mythology. SO BEGINS THE ILIAD, Homer's epic tale about the Trojan War. Meet the gods and heroes of Greek and Roman myth and legend-the all-powerful Jove, Venus, goddess of love, swift Mercury, as well as the impulsive Paris, heroic Ajax, and the supposedly invincible Achilles. See these characters as the ancients understood them-capable of great valor and incredible pettiness, as ready to fight for sex as for the preservation of a culture. The gods, sometimes little more than a scheming, squabbling family, are the stuff of tabloid journalism, but it is the warriors who provide the action. Famous for some of the bloodiest, most graphic battle scenes in literature, The Iliad is more than a "prequel" to the better-known Odyssey. It is the genesis of an entire body of Western literature and the poetic record of a culture whose influence continues to this day.

How is this book unique?Font adjustments & biography includedUnabridged (100% Original content)IllustratedAbout Iliad by HomerThe Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem in dactylic hexameter, traditionally attributed to Homer. Set during the Trojan War, the ten-year siege of the city of Troy (Ilium) by a coalition of Greek states, it tells of the battles and events during the weeks of a quarrel between King Agamemnon and the warrior Achilles. Although the story covers only a few weeks in the final year of the war, the Iliad mentions or alludes to many of the Greek legends about the siege; the earlier events, such as the gathering of warriors for the siege, the cause of the war, and related concerns tend to appear near the beginning. Then the epic narrative takes up events prophesied for the future, such as Achilles' looming death and the sack of Troy, prefigured and alluded to more and more vividly, so that when it reaches an end, the poem has told a more or less complete tale of the Trojan War.

The Odyssey is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems by Homer. It is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad. The Odyssey is fundamental to the modern Western canon, and is the second-oldest extant work of Western literature (after The Iliad). The Odyssey was composed near the end of the 8th century BC.The poem mainly focuses on the Greek hero Odysseus (known as Ulysses in Roman myths), king of Ithaca, and his journey home after the fall of Troy. It takes Odysseus ten years to reach Ithaca after the ten-year Trojan War. In his absence, it is assumed Odysseus has died, and his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must deal with a group of unruly suitors, who compete for Penelope's hand in marriage.The Odyssey continues to be read in the Homeric Greek and translated into modern languages around the world. The Odyssey was written in a poetic dialect of Greek and comprises 12,110 lines of dactylic hexameter. Among the most noteworthy elements of the text are its non-linear plot, and the influence on events of choices made by women and slaves, besides the actions of fighting men. In the English language as well as many others, the word odyssey has come to refer to an epic voyage.

The Odyssey by HomerHow is this book unique?Tablet and e-reader formattedOriginal & Unabridged EditionAuthor Biography includedIllustrated versionThe Odyssey is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad, the other work ascribed to Homer. The poem is fundamental to the modern Western canon, and is the second oldest extant work of Western literature, the Iliad being the oldest. Scholars believe it was composed near the end of the 8th century BC, somewhere in Ionia, the Greek coastal region of Anatolia.

How is this book unique?Font adjustments & biography includedUnabridged (100% Original content)IllustratedAbout The Odyssey by HomerThe Odyssey is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad, the other work ascribed to Homer. The poem is fundamental to the modern Western canon, and is the second oldest extant work of Western literature, the Iliad being the oldest. Scholars believe it was composed near the end of the 8th century BC, somewhere in Ionia, the Greek coastal region of Anatolia. The poem mainly focuses on the Greek hero Odysseus (known as Ulysses in Roman myths) and his journey home after the fall of Troy. It takes Odysseus ten years to reach Ithaca after the ten-year Trojan War. In his absence, it is assumed he has died, and his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must deal with a group of unruly suitors, the Mnesteres or Proci, who compete for Penelope's hand in marriage.

How Agamemnon and Achilles fell out at the siege of Troy; and Achilles withdrew himself from battle, and won from Zeus a pledge that his wrong should be avenged on Agamemnon and the Achaians.CONTENTSINTRODUCTION.POPE'S PREFACE TO THE ILIAD OF HOMERBOOK I.-THE CONTENTION OF ACHILLES ANDAGAMEMNON.BOOK II.-THE TRIAL OF THE ARMY, AND CATALOGUE OF THE FORCES.BOOK III.-THE DUEL OF MENELAUS AND PARIS.BOOK IV.-THE BREACH OF THE TRUCE, AND THE FIRST BATTLE.BOOK V.-THE ACTS OF DIOMED.BOOK VI.-THE EPISODES OF GLAUCUS AND DIOMED, AND OF HECTOR AND ANDROMACHE.BOOK VII.-THE SINGLE COMBAT OF HECTOR AND AJAX.BOOK VIII.-THE SECOND BATTLE, AND THE DISTRESS OF THE GREEKS.BOOK IX.-THE EMBASSY TO ACHILLES.BOOK X.-THE NIGHT-ADVENTURE OF DIOMED AND ULYSSES.BOOK XI.-THE THIRD BATTLE, AND THE ACTS OF AGAMEMNON.BOOK XII.-THE BATTLE AT THE GRECIAN WALL.BOOK XIII.-THE FOURTH BATTLE CONTINUED, IN WHICH NEPTUNE ASSISTS THE GREEKS: THE ACTS OF IDOMENEUS.BOOK XIV.-JUNO DECEIVES JUPITER BY THE GIRDLE OF VENUS.BOOK XV.-THE FIFTH BATTLE AT THE SHIPS; AND THE ACTS OF AJAX.BOOK XVI.-THE SIXTH BATTLE, THE ACTS AND DEATH OF PATROCLUSBOOK XVII.-THE SEVENTH BATTLE, FOR THE BODY OF PATROCLUS.—THE ACTS OF MENELAUS.BOOK XVIII.-THE GRIEF OF ACHILLES, AND NEWARMOUR MADE HIM BY VULCAN.BOOK XIX.-THE RECONCILIATION OF ACHILLES AND AGAMEMNON.BOOK XX.-THE BATTLE OF THE GODS, AND THE ACTS OF ACHILLES.BOOK XXI.-THE BATTLE IN THE RIVER SCAMANDER.BOOK XXII.-THE DEATH OF HECTOR.BOOK XXIII.-FUNERAL GAMES IN HONOUR OF PATROCLUS.BOOK XXIV.-THE REDEMPTION OF THE BODY OFHECTOR.CONCLUDING NOTE.Footnotes

On Homer:Homer is best known as the author of the Iliad and the Odyssey. He was believed by the ancient Greeks to have been the first and greatest of the epic poets. Author of the first known literature of Europe, he is central to the Western canon.When he lived, as well as whether he lived at all, is unknown. Herodotus estimates that Homer lived no more than 400 years before his own time, which would place him at around 850 BCE or later. Pseudo-Herodotus estimates that he was born 622 years before Xerxes I placed a pontoon bridge over the Hellespont in 480 BCE, which would place him at 1102 BCE, 168 years after the fall of Troy in 1270 BCE. These two end points are 252 years apart, representative of the differences in dates given by the other sources.The importance of Homer to the ancient Greeks is described in Plato's Republic, where he is referred to as the protos didaskalos, "first teacher", of tragedy, the hegemon paideias, "leader of learning", and the one who ten Hellada pepaideuken, "has taught Greece". Homer's works, which are about fifty percent speeches, provided models in persuasive speaking and writing that were emulated throughout the ancient and medieval Greek worlds. Fragments of Homer account for nearly half of all identifiable Greek literary papyrus finds in Egypt. (Source: Wikipedia.org)“Major Works of Homer” contains: •An aesthetic cover page•A beginning click-able Table of Contents for all titles •Inner click-able Tables of Contents for all individual books with multiple chapters•Nicely organized chapters and textAuthor’s works in this collection include: •THE ILIAD•THE ODYSSEY

Gripping listeners and readers for more than 2,700 years, 'The Odyssey' is literature's greatest evocation of every man's journey through life.Quotes from the book:“Of all creatures that breathe and move upon the earth, nothing is bred that is weaker than man.”“A man who has been through bitter experiences and travelled far enjoys even his sufferings after a time”“There is a time for many words, and there is also a time for sleep.”Readers' reviews:“The Odyssey is, well, the Odyssey. Beyond being a tremendously exciting read, it is a foundational work in Western literature. It is a glorious story of love and war, gods and humans, adventure in and around the Mediterranean (and, some argue, out to the West Indies).” (Everyman, goodreads.com)“This is one story that really stuck with me all these years. This story takes you on a breathtaking journey that will bring you to your feet in a standing ovation! The story of love, betrayal, courage, honour and more is timeless. The characters come to life. The Odyssey will capture your mind and emotions, and you won't want to put it down. A great adventure.” (Meg, goodreads.com)“The Odyssey is a touching story of faith, loyalty, and the importance of family. Homer does an amazing job spinning a tale that is utterly riveting. It is a book you can read again and again without ever getting tired of the wonderfully moving prose. The Odyssey will capture your mind and emotions, and you won't want to put it down. A great adventure.” (Tracy, goodreads.com)

The Iliad has had a far-reaching impact on Western literature and culture, inspiring writers, artists and classical composers across the ages. Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. The edition is translated into prose by Andrew Lang, Walter Leaf and Ernest Myers, and features an introduction by author and classicist Natalie Haynes. Paris, a Trojan prince, wins Helen as his prize for judging a beauty contest between three goddesses, and abducts her from her Greek husband Menelaos. The Greeks, enraged by his audacity, sail to Troy and begin a long siege of the city. The Iliad is set in the tenth year of the war. Achilles – the greatest Greek warrior – is angry with his commander, Agamemnon, for failing to show him respect. He refuses to fight any longer, which is catastrophic for the Greeks, and results in personal tragedy for Achilles, too. With themes of war, rage, grief and love, The Iliad remains powerful and enthralling more than 2,700 years after it was composed.