{"product_id":"vintage-penguin-classics-set-of-five-greek-roman-history-epic-poetry-classical-drama-1953-1961-vintage-paperbacks","title":"VINTAGE PENGUIN CLASSICS – SET OF FIVE\nGreek \u0026 Roman History, Epic Poetry \u0026 Classical Drama\n1953–1961 Vintage Paperbacks","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA collection of five vintage Penguin Classics paperbacks featuring some of the most influential works of ancient Greek and Roman literature and history. Published between 1953 and 1961, these early Penguin editions introduced generations of readers to the foundational texts of Western civilization through highly regarded English translations that remain respected today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLaunched in 1946, the Penguin Classics series revolutionized the accessibility of classical literature by presenting authoritative, affordable translations for the general reader. These iconic paperbacks have become collectible in their own right, admired for their clean typography, distinctive cover designs, and enduring scholarship. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIncluded in this set:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Iliad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by Homer. Translated by E. V. Rieu. Penguin Books, 1953. One of the greatest epic poems ever written, recounting the final weeks of the Trojan War through the legendary wrath of Achilles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Histories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by Herodotus. Translated by Aubrey de Sélincourt. Penguin Books, 1960. Often called the first great work of history, this remarkable account blends eyewitness reporting, geography, politics, and cultural observation across the ancient Mediterranean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Peloponnesian War\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by Thucydides. Translated by Rex Warner. Penguin Books, 1961. A masterful firsthand history of the conflict between Athens and Sparta, widely regarded as one of the greatest works of military and political history ever written.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Jewish War\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by Josephus. Translated by G. A. Williamson. Penguin Books, 1959. An indispensable primary source documenting the First Jewish–Roman War and the destruction of Jerusalem in A.D. 70.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Theban Plays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e by Sophocles. Translated by E. F. Watling. Penguin Books, 1958. Includes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eKing Oedipus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eOedipus at Colonus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eAntigone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e—three timeless tragedies exploring fate, justice, family, and moral responsibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEach paperback measures 4.5 x 7 inches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe books are in good to great vintage condition. Pages have naturally yellowed with age, and the covers and spines show the expected browning common to Penguin paperbacks of this era. They remain attractive, sturdy copies with strong bindings and are well suited for reading, collecting, or display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1879 Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48848894394623,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/7023\/5903\/files\/F8F579C9-38AA-47BE-846F-910E56254828.jpg?v=1784283044","url":"https:\/\/1879books.com\/products\/vintage-penguin-classics-set-of-five-greek-roman-history-epic-poetry-classical-drama-1953-1961-vintage-paperbacks","provider":"1879 Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}