The Iliad/The Odyssey

By Gillian Cross, Neil Packer (Illustrator)

Experience epic battles and a hero's long journey home in these timeless tales.

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338 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Embark on a journey with Odysseus as he battles gods and monsters on his decade-long voyage home. Witness the fierce clashes outside Troy's walls with Achilles and Hector. These retellings of The Iliad and The Odyssey, enriched with vivid illustrations, bring ancient myths to life. Will Odysseus ever find his way back, and what fate awaits the warriors of Troy? Discover the timeless allure of these epic adventures.

From the publisher

This handsome boxed set of Homer’s epics – powerfully retold by Gillian Cross and strikingly illustrated by Neil Packer – belongs on every reader’s bookshelf. Epic and thrilling, Homer’s two age-old classics have been revisited countless times. Gillian Cross and Neil Packer’s exquisite versions of The Iliad and The Odyssey make up an essential set for both Homer collectors and readers who have not yet made the acquaintance of Odysseus, Achilles, or Hector. Depicting their actions, and those of the gods they invoke, are vivid, stylistic illustrations reminiscent of Greek pottery, giving these large-format volumes an extra measure of authenticity and appeal. From the raging battles outside the walls of Troy to the strangely surreal ten years it takes Odysseus to journey home, these bold re-envisionings of Homer’s stories are told with simplicity and style – perfect for fans of graphic retellings and mythology enthusiasts alike.

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