Condition: New. Format: Sprayed Edge Hardback. ISBN: 9789363121027. Publisher: Wilco International. Age Range: Young Adult / Adult. Overview:. This premium sprayed-edge hardback edition of The Odyssey brings Homer's ancient Greek epic to life for a new generation of readers. Following Odysseus on his ten-year voyage home after the fall of Troy, the story weaves together gods, monsters and mortal cunning. Presented as part of the Wilco Classics range, this collectible hardback features decorated sprayed edges, making it as beautiful on the shelf as it is rewarding to read. A perfect edition for classics lovers, students and gift-buyers alike.. About the Book:. The Odyssey is one of the two great epic poems attributed to Homer, alongside The Iliad, and stands among the foundational texts of Western literature. It tells of Odysseus, King of Ithaca, and his long, perilous journey home after the ten-year Trojan War. Blown off course by the wrath of Poseidon, he must outwit the man-eating Cyclops Polyphemus, resist the enchantments of the sorceress Circe, sail safely past the deadly song of the Sirens, and brave the terrors of Scylla and Charybdis. Meanwhile, in Ithaca, his wife Penelope fends off a horde of arrogant suitors while his son Telemachus grows into manhood searching for news of his father. Interweaving thrilling sea adventure with the quieter tension of a household under siege, the poem builds toward Odysseus's eventual, hard-won homecoming and reckoning. Themes of loyalty, identity, cunning intelligence and the pull of home run throughout, giving the narrative a depth that has kept readers returning to it for nearly three millennia. This sprayed edge hardback edition presents the complete text in a durable, gift-ready format, ideal for first-time readers discovering the epic and long-time admirers wanting a beautiful edition for their collection.. Key Benefits:. Complete text of Homer's legendary epic in a striking sprayed edge hardback. Collectible design makes it a standout gift or shelf centrepiece. Explores enduring themes of home, identity and perseverance. Ideal for students of classical literature and mythology enthusiasts. Brand-new condition, ready for gifting or personal collection. About the Author:. Homer is the name traditionally given to the ancient Greek poet credited with composing The Iliad and The Odyssey, two of the earliest and most influential works in Western literature. Little verifiable detail survives about his life, and scholars continue to debate the exact origins of the poems attributed to him. What remains certain is his lasting impact: The Odyssey's blend of sweeping adventure, vivid characterisation and reflections on fate and cunning shaped storytelling traditions for centuries afterward. Homer's epics remain central to the study of Western narrative craft, myth and cultural memory, securing his reputation as one of history's most important storytellers.. Why You'll Love This Book:. This sprayed edge hardback turns a timeless classic into a genuine collector's piece. Beautifully finished and built to last, it's perfect for rereading Odysseus's adventures or introducing a new reader to one of literature's greatest homecoming stories.. Please Note: Product may be supplied with a UK ISBN and UK edition cover as shown.