Description: -- THE ILIAD + THE ODYSSEY -- Author - Homer Illustrated by John Flaxman EASTON PRESS Beautiful Binding in Heavy Genuine LeatherPremium Quality These 2 gilt decorated leather bound books are 10.75“H x 7.5“W. They were published in 1978 Odyssey and 1979 Iliad. There is a special preface message by Easton Press in each book. No Longer Available from the Publisher The Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem in dactylic hexameter, traditionally attributed to Homer. Set during the Trojan War, the ten-year siege of the city of Troy by a coalition of Greek states, it tells of the battles and events during the weeks of a quarrel between King Agamemnon and the warrior Achilles. Description The Odyssey is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad, the other Homeric epic. The Odyssey is a fundamental work in the modern Western canon, being the oldest extant piece of Western literature, second to the Iliad. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Exclusive Leather-Bound Collector's Edition Genuine Premium LeatherMoire Silk End SheetsPermanent Satin Ribbon Page Marker22-karat Gold Gilded Page EdgesArchival 50 lb. Paper to Prevent Tanning Luxurious Spines Hubbed with Raised Ring The FINE binding is truly EXQUISITE. Feast your eyes on the GILT lettering to front,rear and spine as you touch the delicate design while you sniff the tantalizing scent of rich leather....... These 2 books are bound in Genuine Leather, and accented with 22k gold. Each book from the Easton Press is a Collector Edition that is as magnificent to see, touch and smell as it is to read. There are NO previous owner names,marks or bookplates. Books look in unread -like new condition. Don’t miss this chance to own this wonderful treasure . This SUPERB Set will be a true asset to your collection and will be highly valued for many future generations! These books look STUNNING on a shelf or table. They add an elegant accent to the decor of any room. What an AMAZING gift for a special person or for yourself!!!!!
Price: 599.99 USD
Location: Erie, Pennsylvania
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Fine Binding
Publisher: Easton Press
Modified Item: No
Subject: Greek Literature Vintage Leather Bound Book
Year Printed: 1979
Language: English
Illustrator: John Flaxman
Special Attributes: Collector's Edition, Illustrated, Limited Edition, Luxury Edition
Author: Homer
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Topic: Greek Classics Ancient Greece Writings
Character Family: Greek
