The Odyssey of Homer: Volume the First
Homer; Alexander Pope [trans.]
Published by Printed for J. Whiston, Baker and Leigh, London, 1771
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The first volume 'The Odyssey of Homer', an English translation of the ancient Greek epic by Alexander Pope. Volume the First only (of four volumes).In a full speckled calf binding.A new edition of this English translation of the Odyssey of Homer by English poet Alexander Pope. Implemented are his use of heroic couplets, which became a hallmark of future Odyssey translations.Influenced by earlier translations and the poetry of John Milton, Pope's translations were celebrated during the course of his life and beyond, and secured him financially for the rest of his life.With a general view of the poem and of the Iliad and Odyssey "Extracted from Bossu". In full speckled calf binding. Externally, smart, with rubbing to the extremities. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and generally clean, with really only offsetting to the endpapers and the odd spot. Very Good. Seller Inventory # 986Y50
Bibliographic Details
Title: The Odyssey of Homer: Volume the First
Publisher: Printed for J. Whiston, Baker and Leigh, London
Publication Date: 1771
Binding: Leather
Illustrator: None
Condition: Very Good
Book Type: book