Publisher's Synopsis
The Adventures of Ulysses is a classic retelling of Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey, by Charles Lamb. The book follows the adventures of Ulysses, the hero of the Trojan War, as he journeys home to Ithaca after ten years of fighting. Along the way, Ulysses encounters a variety of obstacles and challenges, including the wrath of the sea-god Poseidon, the temptation of the enchantress Circe, and the danger of the Cyclops Polyphemus. Lamb's retelling of The Odyssey is written in a clear and accessible style, making it perfect for readers of all ages. The book is filled with vivid descriptions of Ulysses' adventures, and Lamb's prose brings the characters and settings to life. The Adventures of Ulysses is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of readers, and it remains a beloved work of literature today.""If a woman, thrice blessed are both the authors of your birth, thrice blessed are your brothers, who even to rapture must have joy in your perfections, to see you grown so like a young tree, and so graceful. But most blessed of all that breathe is he that has the gift to engage your young neck in the yoke of marriage. I never saw that man that was worthy of you. I never saw man or woman that at all parts equalled you. Lately at Delos (where I touched) I saw a young palm which grew beside Apollo's temple.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.
