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The Odyssey: Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition by Homer, translated by Robert Fagles
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The Odyssey: Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition by Homer, translated by Robert Fagles

The Odyssey in Penguin Classics’ Deluxe Edition presents Homer’s epic in Robert Fagles’ modern-verse translation, with an introduction and textual commentary by Bernard Knox. Its French flaps and deckle-edged paper distinguish the edition, while customer feedback also flags rough, uneven page edges as a possible physical-print concern.

At a glance

  • Fagles renders the epic in contemporary verse, described in the listing as suitable for reading aloud.
  • Includes Bernard Knox’s introduction and textual commentary for background to the poem.
  • The Deluxe Edition is described as having French flaps and deckle-edged paper.
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Pros and cons

Pros

  • The translation, introduction and commentary make this a substantial reading edition for general readers as well as students of classical literature.
  • The listing identifies distinctive French flaps and deckle-edged paper.

Cons

  • Customer feedback reports rough, unevenly trimmed page edges, a concern for buyers who prioritize a consistently finished page block.

Technical specifications

12 specifications
Edition and contents
PublisherPenguin Classics
EditionReprint
LanguageEnglish
Print length541 pages
TranslationRobert Fagles
Introduction and textual commentaryBernard Knox
Deluxe edition featuresFrench flaps and deckle-edged paper
Publication details
Publication dateNov. 1 1997
Listed ISBN-109780140268867
Listed ISBN-13978-0140268867
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions21.34 x 14.48 x 3.81 cm
Weight listed601 g

What to know before buying

  • Customer feedback reports mixed views on whether this edition matches the paperback version. The listing calls this a Reprint and supplies ISBN-10 9780140268867 and ISBN-13 978-0140268867, which are not in the expected formats for those labels, so confirm the specific edition and identifiers before ordering.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

  • Readers seeking Robert Fagles’ modern-verse translation of Homer’s Odyssey.
  • Students and general readers who would use an included introduction and textual commentary.
  • Buyers interested in a deluxe print presentation with French flaps and deckle-edged paper.

Less suited to

  • Buyers who need page edges to be uniformly trimmed, given the reported customer concern.
  • Readers specifically seeking a different paperback version without first confirming the edition.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 4,768 ratings
  • 5 stars79%79%
  • 4 stars13%13%
  • 3 stars5%5%
  • 2 stars1%1%
  • 1 star2%2%

Customer feedback praises the translation’s readability and quality, and describes the work as a lasting classic. Some feedback criticizes rough, unevenly trimmed page edges, while opinions differ on whether this edition matches the paperback version. For buyers choosing this print edition, those reports make the reading experience and edition presentation strengths, but leave page finishing and version matching as practical considerations.

Positive themes

  • Customer feedback praises the translation quality and readability.
  • Readers describe the work as a classic and foundational literature.

Negative themes

  • Customer feedback reports rough, unevenly trimmed page edges.

Mixed feedback

  • Feedback is mixed on whether this edition is the same as the paperback version.

Frequently asked questions

Which translation is in this edition?

The listing identifies Robert Fagles as the translator and describes the text as a modern-verse translation.

Does the book include explanatory material?

Yes. The listing identifies an introduction and textual commentary by classicist Bernard Knox.

What distinguishes the Deluxe Edition?

The listing specifies French flaps and deckle-edged paper.

Are the page edges consistently finished?

Not necessarily. Customer feedback reports rough, unevenly trimmed edges, so buyers concerned about page finishing should keep that in mind.

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