The World of Homer

Explore the fascinating world behind Homer's epic poems with Andrew Lang's insightful "The World of Homer." This classic work delves into the historical and cultural context of ancient Greece, offering a critical interpretation of Homer and his enduring literary influence.

A vital resource for students and enthusiasts of Greek literature, this book examines the societal landscape that shaped the creation of these timeless stories. Lang's analysis provides a deeper understanding of the epic poetry itself, illuminating the rich tapestry of ancient Greek life.

Engage with the critical perspectives that have shaped our understanding of Homer for generations. This meticulously prepared print republication invites you to rediscover the world within the "Iliad" and the "Odyssey," and to appreciate the lasting power of these foundational works of Western literature.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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The World of Homer

Explore the fascinating world behind Homer's epic poems with Andrew Lang's insightful "The World of Homer." This classic work delves into the historical and cultural context of ancient Greece, offering a critical interpretation of Homer and his enduring literary influence.

A vital resource for students and enthusiasts of Greek literature, this book examines the societal landscape that shaped the creation of these timeless stories. Lang's analysis provides a deeper understanding of the epic poetry itself, illuminating the rich tapestry of ancient Greek life.

Engage with the critical perspectives that have shaped our understanding of Homer for generations. This meticulously prepared print republication invites you to rediscover the world within the "Iliad" and the "Odyssey," and to appreciate the lasting power of these foundational works of Western literature.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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The World of Homer

The World of Homer

by Andrew Lang
The World of Homer

The World of Homer

by Andrew Lang

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Explore the fascinating world behind Homer's epic poems with Andrew Lang's insightful "The World of Homer." This classic work delves into the historical and cultural context of ancient Greece, offering a critical interpretation of Homer and his enduring literary influence.

A vital resource for students and enthusiasts of Greek literature, this book examines the societal landscape that shaped the creation of these timeless stories. Lang's analysis provides a deeper understanding of the epic poetry itself, illuminating the rich tapestry of ancient Greek life.

Engage with the critical perspectives that have shaped our understanding of Homer for generations. This meticulously prepared print republication invites you to rediscover the world within the "Iliad" and the "Odyssey," and to appreciate the lasting power of these foundational works of Western literature.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781023221498
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Publication date: 03/28/2025
Pages: 246
Product dimensions: 6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.52(d)

About the Author

Andrew Lang (31 March 1844 - 20 July 1912) was a Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, and contributor to the field of anthropology. He is best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. The Andrew Lang lectures at the University of St Andrews are named after him.Lang was born in Selkirk. He was the eldest of the eight children born to John Lang, the town clerk of Selkirk, and his wife Jane Plenderleath Sellar, who was the daughter of Patrick Sellar, factor to the first duke of Sutherland. On 17 April 1875, he married Leonora Blanche Alleyne, youngest daughter of C. T. Alleyne of Clifton and Barbados. She was (or should have been) variously credited as author, collaborator, or translator of Lang's Color/Rainbow Fairy Books which he edited.
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