Categories: Poetry By Individual Poets Literary Studies: Classical, Early & Medieval Classic Books & Novels The Odyssey 3.79 (962,637 ratings by Goodreads) Paperback Oxford Worlds Classics English By (author) Homer , Translated by Walter Shewring , Introduction by G. S. Kirk This prose translation of the Odyssey is so successful that it has taken its place as one of the few really outstanding versions of Homers famous epic poem. It is the story of the return of Odysseus from the siege of Troy to his home in Ithaca, and of the vengeance he takes on the suitors of his wife Penelope. Odysseuss account of his adventures since leaving Troy includes his encounter with the enchantress Circe, his visit to the Underworld, and the lure of the Sirens. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford Worlds Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxfords commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. Product details Format Paperback | 384 pages Dimensions 128 x 195 x 16mm | 265g Publication date 01 Sep 2008 Publisher Oxford University Press Publication City/Country Oxford, United Kingdom Language English Edition Statement Reprint Illustrations note maps 10 0199536783 13 9780199536788 Bestsellers rank 66,932