The Homeric Hymns (Esprios Classics), Paperback - Andrew Lang

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A perennial classroom favorite, The Homeric Hymns embodies thrilling new visions of antiquity.Illustrations: 1 Maps; 2 Charts

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The Homeric Hymns have survived for two and a half millennia because of their captivating stories, beautiful language, and religious significance. ...

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