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The Iliad and The Odyssey are epic poems traditionally attributed to Homer, of which the written versions are dated to the 8th century BCE. Chronicling events in the Greek Bronze Age, this magnificent pair of poems forms the cornerstone of Western literature. If The Iliad is a classic war story, The Odyssey is symbolic of the individual’s journey through life.

“Mary Oliver would probably never admit to anything so grandiose as an effort to connect the conscious mind and the heart (that’s what she says poetry can do), but that is exactly what she accomplishes in this stunning little handbook.”—Los Angeles Times From the beloved, legendary poet...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. **The Odyssey** — Homer's timeless epic of heroism, temptation, and the long road home. After the fall of Troy, the mighty warrior Odysseus (Ulysses) begins a decade-long journey back to Ithaca, braving the Cyclops, the enchantress Circe, the Sirens...

Faiz Ahmed Faiz is the most famous contemporary Urdu poet of the 20th century who appeals both to the common man as well as the elite connoisseurs of poetry. Faiz's ghazals reflect a strong influence of the Persian style and diction, because of which he is often considered the inheritor of the tradition of Ghalib; and at the same time several of them are written in a simple conversational style dealing with the problems of the common man.

In this renowned translation of Buddhism’s most widely read scripture, freshly updated for a new generation of listeners, Gil Fronsdal provides extensive explanatory notes and easy-to-understand insight for practice. Whether a practicing Buddhist of any tradition or simply a listener of the world’s literary classics, all will be enriched by this centuries-old wisdom.

“Probably the most finely accomplished and ... most enduring" translation (Los Angeles Times Book Review) of this essential work of world literature—from a renowned scholar and master teacher of Dante and an accomplished poet. “The Hollanders … act as latter-day Virgils, guiding us...

गीतांजलि वह महान काव्य-कृति है, जिसने कवि रवींद्रनाथ टैगोर को वर्ष 1913 में एशिया के पहले नोबेल पुरस्कार प्राप्त व्यक्ति होने का सम्मान दिलाया।

A BBC Radio 4 full-cast production of Homer’s epic seafaring adventure, dramatised by Poet Laureate Simon Armitage and starring Tim McInnerny, Benedict Cumberbatch, Amanda Redman & Adjoa Andoh. JOURNEY THROUGH ONE OF THE GREATEST ADVENTURES IN WESTERN STORYTELLING AND GREEK MYTHOLOGY 'As...

Rahul Kumar Boyal ki kavitayon ka sangrah.

From the Academy Award-winning actor and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Greenlights comes an inspiring, faith-filled, and often hilarious collection of personal poetry and prayers about navigating the rodeo of life and chasing down the original dream, belief. My prayers are my poems are...

In this audio-book famous critic and writer, Professor Gopi Chand Narang discusses three loves of renowned poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz.

गलियाँ, तेरे संग यारा, कौन तुझे यूँ प्यार करेगा, मेरे रश्के-क़मर, मैं फिर भी तुमको चाहूँगा जैसे दर्ज़नों लोकप्रिय...

Homer's epic poem, written near the end of eighth century BC in Greece, follows the hero Odysseus as he journeys home after the fall of Troy. Many scholars believe that The Odyssey was originally composed as an oral tradition and was more likely meant to be heard than read, making it a great listen.

Beyond Thoughts is a poetry collection that explores the root cause of anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, negative thinking, and emotional suffering to help you heal. This book will take you on a beautiful journey of self-discovery, self-love, happiness, hope, and deep healing to help you find inner peace in a simple yet profound way.

जीवन को अनुभूति और चिन्तन के विभिन्न धरातलों पर ग्रहण करनेवाले कवि कुँवर नारायण अपनी कविताओं में सीमाएँ नहीं बनाते; उनकी ज़्यादातर कविताएँ किसी एक ही तरह की भाषा या विषय में विसर्जित-सी हो गई नहीं लगतीं—दोनों को विस्तृत करती लगती हैं। अनेक कविताएँ मानो समाप्त नहीं होतीं, एक ख़ास तरह की हमारी बेचैनियों का हिस्सा बन जाती हैं। इस तरह से देखें तो वे अपने को सिद्ध करनेवाले कवि हमें नहीं नज़र आते। वे बराबर अपनी कविताओं में मुहावरों से बचते हैं और अपने ढंग से उनसे लड़ते भी हैं। उनकी कविता की भाषा में धोखे नहीं हैं।

Behind every smile lies a story untold, and within every life exists a universe of moments, connections, and quiet revelations. This collection invites readers to step beyond the illusion of being the sole protagonist and into the profound realization that every passerby carries a life as vivid...

Talkhiyan literally means ‘bitterness’ and was written in the poet’s student days. He discovered his unique style of expression by weaving his poetry with shades of bitterness that captured the decadence of the contemporary world. His romanticism was not in praising beauty or the consuming passion of love, but in sensitively urging the reader to empathise with other challenges of the world. His heart went out to the suffering of people in war, debt, poverty, homelessness, political conflict and gender inequality.

Hannah Hurnard created the story of Much Afraid, a young girl hoping to travel from the Valley of Humiliation to the High Places. Along the way, she meets a number of memorable characters— including the Family of Fearings, Cousin Pride, Mrs. Valiant, Mercy, and Peace. Much Afraid also meets...

One of the foremost achievements in Western literature, Homer's Iliad tells the story of the darkest episode in the Trojan War. At its center is Achilles, the greatest warrior-champion of the Greeks, and his refusal to fight after being humiliated by his leader, Agamemnon.

Brought to you by Penguin. What is love? It is the gold thread connecting between our hearts. In this light-filled and multi-faceted book, her first since being awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, Han Kang draws together the threads of her work and life, tracing the connections between her...