Hardcover – 253 pages

This striking hardback edition presents Homer’s legendary epic,The Odyssey, with striking gold cover embossing and stencilled page edges.

This epic poem from Ancient Greece has become a cornerstone of Western literature. Set after the Trojan War, it follows Ulysses on his 10-year voyage to his homeland of Ithaca, on which he faces wrath of vengeful gods, cunning sorceresses, sea-monsters, and all manner of perilous obstacles. Filled with adventure, conflict, wit and wisdom, this enchanting tale has captivated readers since Ancient times.

This stunning hardback edition showcasesThe Odysseyin an accessible translation by Alexander Pope, ideal for those wanting to be thrown into the action of this thrilling tale. It is beautifully decorated withNeoclassical illustrationsafter John Flaxman, as well asgold cover embossing,ivory pages,beautifully designed endpapersandstencilled page edges, making the perfect gift for lovers of classical literature and mythology.

ABOUT THE SERIES:TheArcturus Decorative Classicsseries brings together elegant hardcover editions of classic works, featuring Wibalin binding, stenciled page edges, foil accents and patterned endpapers. Beautifully crafted with a traditional design sensibility, this series will make a handsome collection in any home library.

This striking hardback edition presents Homer’s legendary epic,The Odyssey, with striking gold cover embossing and stencilled page edges.

This epic poem from Ancient Greece has become a cornerstone of Western literature. Set after the Trojan War, it follows King Odysseus on his 10-year voyage to his homeland of Ithaca, on which he faces wrath of vengeful gods, cunning sorceresses, sea-monsters, and all manner of perilous obstacles. Filled with adventure, conflict, wit and wisdom, this enchanting tale has captivated readers since Ancient times.

This stunning hardback edition showcasesThe Odysseyin an accessible translation by Alexander Pope, ideal for those wanting to be thrown into the action of this thrilling tale. It is beautifully decorated withclassic Neoclassical illustrationsby John Flaxman, as well asgold cover embossing,ivory pages,beautifully designed endpapersandstencilled page edges, making the perfect gift for lovers of classical literature and mythology.

ABOUT THE SERIES:TheArcturus Decorative Classicsseries brings together elegant hardcover editions of classic works, featuring Wibalin binding, stenciled page edges, foil accents and patterned endpapers. Beautifully crafted with a traditional design sensibility, this series will make