HOMER. The Iliad and the Odyssey. London: The Folio Society, 2025. One of 500 limited editions produced, numbered 339.
Two volumes; 27.9 × 23.9 × 11.7 cm; 735 pp, 456 pp. Illustrated throughout by Clive Hicks-Jenkins. Introduced and translated by Emily Wilson. Printed on Arena Natural Rough paper at Gomer Press. Quarter-bound in goatskin leather - orange for Iliad, light blue for Odyssey - with silver spine titling, illustrated paper sides and page tops silvered by Smith Settle. Ribbon marker included with each volume to match the binding. A limitation label printed letterpress on Antique Alabaster paper has been signed by both illustrator and translator and introducer, and is affixed to a specially-illustrated page at the front. Presented in a black cloth-covered box with silver foil blocking, four designs and illustrated lining. A masterful production from the Society.
A new copy, as received from the publisher, which has only been opened for close inspection; fine.
Two epics. One legendary translation. The Iliad and The Odyssey arrive in a glorious Folio limited edition of just 500 copies. Emily Wilson’s acclaimed translations meet Clive Hicks-Jenkins’ powerful illustrations, bringing Homer’s world of gods, grief and glory vividly to life. A breathtaking pairing of literary and artistic brilliance.
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