{"product_id":"the-odyssey-2","title":"The Odyssey - a deluxe foiled special edition of Homer's legendary epic tale about heroes, gods, and","description":"Now a major motion picture directed by Christopher Nolan      Myth and destiny collide in this special deluxe hardbound edition      of Homer's The Odyssey, crafted with a stunning foiled      cover. An ideal gift for students and lovers of classic literature,      ancient history, and Greek mythology, it is also perfect for      collectors of beautiful books, fans of the film adaptation, and      readers discovering this must-read classic for the first time.         Follow legendary Odysseus, a king and hero forged in the fires      of the Trojan War, as he embarks on a long and perilous journey      that will push him to his limits.         This is no ordinary voyage, though, as he and his crew find themselves      on islands where mortals were never meant to tread. There      are mythical creatures to battle at every turn – from the      monstrous Cyclops Polyphemus to the spellbinding Sirens who wish      to lure and deceive. And with each storm, sent by vengeful Poseidon,      Odysseus must remember the real reason for this journey: home.         His kingdom of Ithaca is under threat from those who are convinced      their king has been lost in war. His wife, Penelope, and son,      Telemachus, cling to hope, waiting for his return.         Odysseus must rise to reclaim what is his and prove that      no distance and no god can stand between a hero and his destiny.         This giftable special edition features:            Beautiful golden foil hardcover      Stunning tapestry design      Gold ribbon marker      Gorgeously crafted end papers              This accessible translation of Homer's timeless epic will look      beautiful on every bookshelf or coffee table. Perfect for collectors      of the Penguin Clothbound editions.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57481720725877,"sku":"9780702350801","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/the-odyssey-2","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}