“'Yea and I beheld Sisyphus in strong torment, grasping a monstrous stone with both his hands. He was pressing thereat with hands and feet, and trying to roll the stone upward toward the brow of the hill. But oft as he was about to hurl it over the top, the weight would drive him back, so once again to the plain rolled the stone, the shameless thing. And he once more kept heaving and straining, and the sweat the while was pouring down his limbs, and the dust rose upwards from his head.”
Quote by Homer
Work
The Odyssey of Homer: Several Versions
The Odyssey of Homer: Several Versions is a compilation that brings together different renditions of the ancient Greek epic. These versions span a range of literary styles and languages, providing a diverse exploration of the original narrative. Each translation presents unique interpretations of the characters, themes, and events of The Odyssey, enriching the reader's understanding of this timeless tale. more
Author
Homer
Homer, according to limited information, was an ancient Greek poet, credited with authorship of the epic poems 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey'. His biography is not well-documented, with the exact dates of his birth and death unknown. His works have had a profound impact on Western literature. more
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