Homer's Iliad and Odyssey

The story of the great epics, The Iliad and The Odyssey is rendered in simple English. It's indeed a fantastic read. To put in a mild way, unputdownable!

Book is in condition. Arrived on time.

Having struggled with translating these works from Latin to English over 30 years ago, in high school, this publication allows younger minds, like those of my 5th and 6th grade sons, to enjoy these epic tales and the lessons held within! Highly recommend!

Loved this book!! Written simply for teens but it captured me. I had zero knowledge of Greek mythology and wanted something light but informative. The beginning is extemly helpful as it gives an overview of who Homer is, and taught me that it was two separate stories. Couldn't put it down the stories are so riviting. Amazing imaginative writing. Lots of the Greek myth books are big and details. This writer does a good job giving the full story in an easy way. Very suitable for busy adults who want a light read, to learn and have enjoyment. I feel educated!

The language is great. A gd read for middle graders

Gillian Cross does a fine job retelling these tales but I much prefer the larger seperate books because they benefit greatly from the addition of the fantastic illustrations. After reading The Iliad with my 9 year old, I ordered this in error. He was very disappointed. I ordered the original illustrated edition with which he is delighted. Good value for money if you just want the text but the illustrated versions are the ones I'd recommend buying.

Was enjoying until I left it in rain in garden oops - my voyage ended abruptly