
Title: Odysseia, Batrachomyomachia, Hymnoi, 1542. An Early Greek Odyssey, and More
Author: Homer; Herodotus
Publisher: Strasbourg, Wolfgang Köpfel
Condition: Very Good
An uncommon early 16th century edition of Homer's epic poem, the Odyssey, printed in Greek. Also included is his parody of the Iliad, the Batrachomyomachia, and Hymns. The title page bears an extravagant woodcut border, displaying many of the gods, and various heroes and settings.
USTC records 29 existing copies of this edition in libraries.
One vellum bound volume in 12mo, 251+5+56 leaves
This volume is in very good shape, with minor rubbing and old staining to the binding. There is some heavier wear to the edges of some pages. There is browning and toning throughout.