The Adventures Of Odysseus And The Tale Of Troy (1918)

The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy is a classic book written by Padraic Colum and originally published in 1918. The book is a retelling of the ancient Greek epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey, which tell the story of the Trojan War and the adventures of the hero Odysseus. The book is divided into two parts, with the first half telling the story of the Trojan War, including the famous tale of the Trojan Horse. The second half of the book follows Odysseus on his journey home after the war, as he faces many challenges and obstacles along the way.Colum's retelling of these classic stories is written in a simple and accessible style, making it a great introduction for readers new to these epic tales. The book is also illustrated with beautiful black and white drawings, adding to the overall appeal of the work.Overall, The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of readers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Greek mythology, epic poetry, or classic literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.