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Illustrated by Alois Kolb.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"732\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eFrankfurt am Main: Frankfurter Verlags-Anstalt A.G., 1920.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003eA beautifully produced German edition of \u003cstrong data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eHomer's Odyssey\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining one of the greatest works of classical literature with the distinctive artistic vision of the celebrated German graphic artist \u003cstrong data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eAlois Kolb\u003c\/strong\u003e. Published in 1920, in the years immediately following the First World War, this impressive large-format edition reflects the renewed interest in fine book production and artistic craftsmanship that characterised early twentieth-century German publishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eThe text follows the celebrated translation of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003eJohann Heinrich Voss\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose rendering of Homer remains one of the most influential and enduring German translations of the ancient epic. Richly illustrated throughout with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e24 original lithographic plates\u003c\/strong\u003e by Alois Kolb (1875–1942), the volume reimagines the adventures of Odysseus through dramatic Expressionist compositions distinguished by bold contrasts, sculptural figures, and atmospheric landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eThe publisher's artistic vellum-backed binding, decorated pictorial boards, gilt lettering, and top-edge gilt further enhance the book's appeal as both a literary masterpiece and an outstanding example of twentieth-century book design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hlyorq\" data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1934\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHistorical Significance\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"2264\"\u003eFor nearly three millennia, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eThe Odyssey\u003c\/strong\u003e has remained one of the defining works of Western literature, shaping storytelling, philosophy, art, and cultural imagination across successive civilizations. Homer's epic of exile, perseverance, identity, and homecoming continues to inspire readers and scholars throughout the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2749\"\u003eThis 1920 edition is particularly notable for bringing together three important cultural achievements: Homer's timeless epic, Johann Heinrich Voss's landmark German translation, and Alois Kolb's remarkable Expressionist illustrations. Produced during a period of artistic renewal in Germany, it represents an outstanding example of the private-press aesthetic and the close relationship between literature, typography, and illustration in early twentieth-century European publishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2913\"\u003eToday, the volume is sought after by collectors of classical literature, illustrated books, fine press editions, German art, and the history of book illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2932\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCondition\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"3450\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"2954\"\u003every good copy\u003c\/strong\u003e in the publisher's original vellum-backed binding with decorative pictorial boards designed by the artist. Spine lettered \u003cstrong data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3088\"\u003eODYSSEE\u003c\/strong\u003e in gilt within a red morocco-style label and decorated with gilt compartments. Top edge gilt. The binding remains attractive and well preserved, while the text is illustrated throughout with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3280\" data-end=\"3315\"\u003e24 original lithographic plates\u003c\/strong\u003e by Alois Kolb in excellent impression. A particularly handsome and highly collectible example of this beautifully illustrated edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"lxxw8f\" data-start=\"3457\" data-end=\"3483\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBibliographical Details\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3485\" data-end=\"3502\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3485\" data-end=\"3496\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Homer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3524\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3504\" data-end=\"3514\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"3515\" data-end=\"3524\"\u003eOdyssee\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3562\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3541\"\u003eTranslator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Johann Heinrich Voss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3580\"\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alois Kolb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3593\" data-end=\"3640\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3593\" data-end=\"3607\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frankfurter Verlags-Anstalt A.G.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3642\" data-end=\"3685\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3642\" data-end=\"3667\"\u003ePlace of Publication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frankfurt am Main\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3701\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3696\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1920\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3715\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illustrated Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3737\" data-end=\"3843\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3737\" data-end=\"3749\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original publisher's vellum-backed decorative pictorial boards, gilt lettering, top edge gilt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3845\" data-end=\"3909\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3845\" data-end=\"3863\"\u003eIllustrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 original lithographic plates by Alois Kolb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3911\" data-end=\"3935\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3911\" data-end=\"3925\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65096160510301,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/2760\/7389\/files\/20260616_191459.jpg?v=1782622379","url":"https:\/\/thelibraryofideas.com\/products\/homer-odyssey-german-illustrated-edition-classical-greek-literature-fine-binding","provider":"The Library of Ideas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}