Homer - The Odyssey, Translation by Dawson

Updated August 8, 2026

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Lot number175
Auction08/10/26
DateAugust 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM CDT
Auction houseProbid Woodlands
LocationThe Woodlands, Texas

Title: Homer - The Odyssey, Translation by Dawson Condition: New - Open Box Damaged?: No In Packaging?: Yes Assembly Required?: No Star Rating: 4.5 Missing Parts?: No Functional?: Yes Notes: Appears new, no damage or significant wear. Pick this up before you see the movie! What if the hardest part of war is finding your way back?This is the question at the core of The Odyssey, Homer's epic sequel to the Iliad and one of the greatest stories of all time. But what if you could experience this timeless journey, translated directly from the Greek, without stumbling over archaic expressions or outdated verse?The Odyssey, in this faithful and vivid translation by Robert Henry Dawson, brings Homer's legendary tale of adventure, identity, and endurance into modern focus. Dawson carefully renders the original Greek into smooth, accessible prose, preserving the depth and drama of the source material while replacing dated language with clarity and elegance.Why you'll appreciate this translation:A journey that spans gods, monsters, and memory: From the cunning escape from Polyphemus to the heart-wrenching reunion with Penelope, Odysseus's story unfolds with renewed emotional weight and narrative force.A modern voice for a mythic hero: This version keeps Homer's spirit alive while making the language approachable.

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