Homer
Homer, the legendary ancient Greek poet, is often celebrated as one of the foundational figures in Western literature. Traditionally thought to have lived around the 8th century BCE, he is best known for his epic poems, "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey," which have captivated audiences for centuries with their rich storytelling and profound themes of heroism, love, and the human condition. Although little is known about his life, his works provide a glimpse into the values and culture of ancient Greece, and they continue to resonate with readers today.
Exploring Homer's poetry is like embarking on an adventure filled with gods, warriors, and the trials of life. His masterful use of language and vivid imagery invites listeners to delve into tales of bravery and the search for identity. Whether you're revisiting these classics or discovering them for the first time, we encourage you to explore Homer's works in the app. Each story offers a timeless reflection on the journey of humanity, making it a rewarding experience for all who listen.
The Odyssey
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Homer
The Odyssey is one of the two major ancient Greek epic poems (the other being the Iliad), attributed to the poet Homer. The poem is commonly…
The Iliad (Pope Translation)
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Homer
Homer’s Iliad is the first great work of Western literature. Composed in twenty-four books of Greek hexameter poetry, it portrays the events…
The Iliad
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Homer
The Iliad, together with the Odyssey, is one of two ancient Greek epic poems traditionally attributed to Homer. The poem is commonly dated t…
The Iliad of Homer
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Homer
"The Iliad is an epic poem in dactylic hexameters, traditionally attributed to Homer. Set in the Trojan War, the ten-year siege of Iliu…
The Iliad of Homer, Rendered into English Blank Verse
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Homer
"It must equally be considered a splendid performance; and for the present we have no hesitation in saying that it is by far the best r…
The Odyssey (Version 3)
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Homer
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 Odysseys of Homer
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Homer
The Odysseys are a collection of stories about Ulysses' journey home from the war at Troy purportedly written in the 8th century BCE by Home…
Homeric Hymns, Epigrams, and The Battle of Frogs and Mice
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Homer
Homeric Hymns are thirty-three poems each paying homage to a certain Greek god. Only a few of the poems are more than 250 lines while the re…
The World's Best Poetry, Volume 5: Nature (Part 1)
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The fifth of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection, the first of two parts, inclu…
From the Tower Window of My Bookhouse
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Full of delightful fairy tales, charming poems and engaging stories, this is the fifth volume of the "My Bookhouse" series for lit…
The Odyssey (Version 4)
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Homer
Homer's "The Odyssey" forms the template of practically every adventure story that has been told in the West since it was composed…
The Iliad (Version 2)
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Homer
This great and terrifying poem about the final weeks of a long war fought between the Greeks and the Trojans before the city of Troy (here r…
The World's Best Poetry, Volume 3: Sorrow and Consolation (Part 1)
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Various
The third of ten volumes of poetry edited by Canadian poet laureate Bliss Carman (1861-1929). This collection includes a range of famous poe…
The Iliads of Homer
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Homer
The Iliad is an epic poem believed to have been composed by Homer, describing events of the final year of the 10 year siege of Troy by Greec…