Homer
Homer (Ancient Greek: Ὅμηρος Greek pronunciation: , Hómēros; c. 800–c. 701 BC) was the presumed author of the Iliad and the Odyssey, two epic poems that are the foundational works of ancient Greek literature. The Iliad is set during the Trojan War, the ten-year siege of the city of Troy by a coalition of Greek kingdoms. It focuses on a quarrel between King Agamemnon and the warrior Achilles lasting a few weeks during the last year of the war. The Odyssey focuses on the ten-year journey home of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, after the fall of Troy. Many accounts of Homer's life circulated in classical antiquity, the most widespread being that he was a blind bard from Ionia, a region of central coastal Anatolia in present-day Turkey. Modern scholars consider these accounts legendary.
The Homeric Question – concerning by whom, when, where and under what circumstances the Iliad and Odyssey were composed – continues to be debated. Broadly speaking, modern scholarly opinion falls into two groups. One holds that most of the Iliad and (according to some) the Odyssey are the works of a single poet of genius. The other considers the Homeric poems to be the result of a process of working and reworking by many contributors, and that "Homer" is best seen as a label for an entire tradition. It is generally accepted that the poems were composed at some point around the late eighth or early seventh century BC.
The poems are in Homeric Greek, also known as Epic Greek, a literary language which shows a mixture of features of the Ionic and Aeolic dialects from different centuries; the predominant influence is Eastern Ionic.Most researchers believe that the poems were originally transmitted orally. From antiquity until the present day, the influence of Homeric epic on Western civilization has been great, inspiring many of its most famous works of literature, music, art and film. The Homeric epics were the greatest influence on ancient Greek culture and education; to Plato, Homer was simply the one who "has taught Greece" – ten Hellada pepaideuken.
Books by Homer
The Odyssey
A wandering king who's a war-hero doomed to roam the earth by a vengeful God, a plethora of fantastic experiences, a wife battling the invasion of suitors who wish to replace her missing husband, a son in search of his father - the Odyssey is a rich...
The Iliad
A divinely beautiful woman who becomes the cause of a terrible war in which the gods themselves take sides. Valor and villainy, sacrifices and betrayals, triumphs and tragedies play their part in this three thousand year old saga. The Iliad throws u...
The Iliad of Homer, Rendered into English Blank Verse
The Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem in dactylic hexameter, traditionally attributed to Homer. Usually considered to have been written down circa the 8th century BC, the Iliad is among the oldest extant works of Western literature, along with the...
Ilias
Ilias von Homer (vermutlich gegen Ende des 8. Jahrhunderts v. Chr.). Ein herrliches Epos, welches viele Erkenntnisse über die menschliche Natur beinhaltet. Gilt als das älteste erhaltene Werk der abendländischen Literatur. Voß übersetzte das den S...
Odyssee
Odyssee von Homer (vermutlich gegen Ende des 8. Jahrhunderts v. Chr.) Ein Meisterwerk. Gilt als eines der ältesteten erhaltenen Werke der abendländischen Literatur. Voß übersetzte das die Erlebnisse des Odysseus und seiner Gefährten auf der Heimfa...
Odyssey (Book 6)
The Odyssey is an epic poem by Homer, describing the ten-year journey of Odysseus, the king of Ithaca, back to his homeland after the fall of Troy. This particular book, Book 6, follows Odysseus as he washes up on the shore of Phaeacia and encounters...
Iliad of Homer
The Iliad is an epic poem set during the Trojan War, focusing on the conflict between Achilles, a legendary Greek warrior, and Agamemnon, the king of the Greeks. The poem delves into themes of honor, pride, wrath, and the consequences of human actio...
Versio Latina (Homeri Odyssea) Liber VI
The Versio Latina, or Latin translation of the works of Homer, has existed since the 14th century, but was first printed, under the name of Andreas Divus, in 1537. It is a crib, to give it no finer name, but a crib which had immense influence, being...
Homeri Odyssea
Samuel Clarke's translation of the Odyssey is a word-for-word rendering of Homer's ancient Greek epic that follows the exact order of the original text. Primarily intended as a study aid, it offers readers a close approximation of the original work w...
Iliad (Pope Translation)
The Iliad, attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer, is a cornerstone of Western literature. It narrates the final year of the Trojan War, focusing on the conflict between Achilles, the greatest warrior of the Greeks, and King Agamemnon, the leader...
Odisea
La Odisea es un poema épico griego que relata la larga y peligrosa odisea de regreso a casa del héroe griego Odiseo después de la Guerra de Troya. Tras diez años luchando en la guerra, Odiseo enfrenta otros diez años de peligros y pruebas para volver...
Ilíada
La Ilíada es una epopeya griega que narra la parte final de la Guerra de Troya, centrándose en la cólera de Aquiles y sus consecuencias. La historia gira en torno a la lucha entre los griegos (aqueos) y los troyanos, con dioses como Zeus, Hera y Aten...
Odyseja
The Odyssey is an epic poem attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer, describing the journey home of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, after the fall of Troy.
Odysseys of Homer
This verse translation of Homer's *Odyssey*, by George Chapman, offers a vivid and dramatic retelling of the epic journey of Ulysses (Odysseus) as he navigates perilous seas, encounters mythical creatures, and strives to return home to Ithaca after t...
Homeric Hymns, Epigrams, and The Battle of Frogs and Mice
This collection presents a diverse range of works traditionally attributed to Homer, showcasing his mastery of language and storytelling. It includes the Homeric Hymns, short poems dedicated to various Greek deities, offering insights into their pers...
Ὕμνοι ἤτοι προοίμια (Homeric Hymns)
The Homeric Hymns are a collection of ancient Greek poems dedicated to various gods and goddesses. They are believed to have been composed in the 8th or 7th century BCE, though their authorship is debated. The hymns offer insights into the beliefs an...
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 01) - The Odyssey (Book 01)
The Odyssey is an epic poem attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer. It tells the story of Odysseus, king of Ithaca, who, after the Trojan War, is shipwrecked and spends ten years trying to return home. Along his journey, he encounters many danger...
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 02) - The Odyssey (Book 02)
This edition presents Book 2 of Homer's Odyssey, focusing on the assembly of the Ithacans and Telemachus' departure on his own journey. This portion of the epic poem lays the groundwork for Telemachus' search for his father, Odysseus, and explores th...
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 03) - The Odyssey (Book 03)
The Odyssey is one of the two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer, the other being the Iliad. A sequel to the Iliad, it recounts the adventures of Odysseus, king of Ithaka, after the fall of Troy. The poem is widely considered one of t...
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 04) - The Odyssey (Βook 04)
The Odyssey, attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer, is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems, the other being the Iliad. It is, together with the Iliad, one of the cornerstones of Western literature and the foundational work of ancient Greek...
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 05) - The Odyssey (Book 05)
This book presents the fifth book of Homer's Odyssey, focusing on the story of Odysseus's encounter with the nymph Calypso. The episode narrates Odysseus's forced stay on Calypso's island and his eventual escape on a makeshift raft. The book explore...
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 06) - The Odyssey (Book 06)
The Odyssey is one of the major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is a sequel to the Iliad, another of Homer's epic poems, and continues the story of Odysseus, the hero of the Iliad, as he attempts to return home to Ithaca after the Tr...
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 07) - The Odyssey (Book 07)
This recording presents Book 7 of Homer's Odyssey, focusing on Odysseus's arrival in the land of the Phaeacians, a people known for their hospitality and seafaring prowess. The book delves into the rich descriptions of the palace of King Alcinous, hi...
Ὁμήρου Ὀδύσσεια (Ραψῳδία 08) - The Odyssey (Book 08)
The Odyssey is one of the two major works of Homer and at the same time European literature, so I am convinced that it is important that ancient Greek literary works be recorded by Greek voices.
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