Publisher's Synopsis
Homeric Studies is a book written by Homer, the ancient Greek poet, and is a collection of his works. The book was first published in 1868 and contains a variety of poems, including the Iliad and the Odyssey, which are considered to be two of the greatest works of Western literature. The Iliad tells the story of the Trojan War, a ten-year conflict between the Greeks and the Trojans, while the Odyssey follows the journey of the Greek hero Odysseus as he tries to return home after the war. In addition to these epic poems, Homeric Studies also includes other works by Homer, such as hymns and shorter poems. The book also features essays and commentary on Homer's works by various scholars, providing insights into the historical and cultural context in which these poems were written.Overall, Homeric Studies is a comprehensive and important work that offers a deep understanding of the ancient Greek world and its literature. It is a must-read for anyone interested in classical literature, history, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.