Description
1979 edition. Book has taken some minor liquid damage, with some introduction pages slightly wrinkled and later pages have a stain near the bottom. Rest of book is in good condition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and very minor marks. No dust jacket. Spine has an indentation near the top and some wear on the top and bottom. Gold pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-loved copy of Alexander Pope’s renowned translation of Homer’s epic poem, The Iliad, offers a unique opportunity for collectors and readers alike. Published in 1979, this edition bears the marks of its age with character, inviting the reader to immerse themselves in the timeless tale of the Trojan War.
Pope’s masterful rendering of the ancient Greek classic into English verse is widely regarded as a landmark achievement in literary translation. His poetic prowess and command of language breathed new life into the epic, making it accessible to a wider audience and cementing its place in the Western canon. This particular copy, though bearing the gentle patina of time, remains a testament to the enduring power of Homer’s storytelling and Pope’s artistic brilliance.
Collectors will appreciate the book’s well-preserved state, with its secure binding and clean gilt-edged pages, despite the minor water damage and wear to the hardcover. The absence of a dust jacket only adds to its vintage charm, inviting one to imagine the hands through which this volume has passed, each reader leaving their own imprint on its journey through time.
