1780 The Works of Homer, the Celebrated Grecian Poet

Description

Illustrated, Leather Binding, Scarce

ESTC Citation No. T105568.

Homer's Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem, split into twenty-four books. It is set during the Trojan War and follows the events subsequent to Achilles' and Agamemnon's quarrel. The work is thought to have been written down in the eighth century BC.

Homer's Odyssey is a Greek epic poem detailing the tale of war hero Odysseus as he struggles to return home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. It features all manner of mythological figures and episodes, including the most famous book IX, which contains his encounter with the Cyclops. 

Both remain amongst the most important pieces of ancient European literature.

Containing forty-two plates, including one folding plate and a frontispiece. Collated, complete

Undated; dated from copies on Jisc.

With a list of subscribers bound to the rear.

A scarce edition of this important collection, lavishly illustrated with engravings.