Drawing on a deep understanding of oral poetry and an unrivalled knowledge of early Greece, Sir Moses Finley offers a totally fresh analysis of Homer's depiction of kinship and values, Paris, Priam and the gods. When "The World of Odysseus" was published to great acclaim in 1954, it at once aroused controversy. This second edition confirms the central claims he advanced so brilliantly in the first publication.
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Drawing on a deep understanding of oral poetry and an unrivalled knowledge of early Greece, Sir Moses Finley offers a totally fresh analysis of Homer's depiction of kinship and values, Paris, Priam and the gods. When "The World of Odysseus" was published to great acclaim in 1954, it at once aroused controversy. This second edition confirms the central claims he advanced so brilliantly in the first publication.
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Fair. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. The book is perfectly readable and fit for use, although it shows signs of previous ownership. The spine is likely creased and the cover scuffed or slightly torn. Textbooks will typically have an amount of underlining and/or highlighting, as well as notes. If this book is over 5 years old, then please expect the pages to be yellowing or to have age spots. Ex-library book with stamps on the first page, it is also likely to have a small shelf number sticker on the spine. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Damaged cover. The cover of is slightly damaged for instance a torn or bent corner.
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Very Good. USED-some outer edges have minor scuffs, cover has light scratches, book content is in very good readable condition. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 192 p.
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Good solid paperback with moderate reading/age wear, may have some light markings, pages may have some mild tanning. We take great pride in accurately describing the condition of our books and media, ship within 48 hours, and offer a 100% money back guarantee. Customers purchasing more than one item from us may be entitled to a shipping discount.