Homer and his Age

"Homer and His Age by Andrew Lang is a landmark work of classical scholarship that explores the historical world behind the Homeric epics and the culture that shaped them. Written with clarity and intellectual rigor, this influential study examines Homer, the Iliad, and the Odyssey within the broader context of ancient Greek history, archaeology, and myth.

Andrew Lang investigates key questions surrounding the Homeric Age, including the origins of epic poetry, oral tradition, heroic society, and early Greek religion. Drawing on comparative mythology, anthropology, and literary analysis, he challenges prevailing theories of his time and offers a compelling vision of how Homer’s world functioned socially, politically, and culturally.

Widely read by students and scholars of classical literature, this book bridges the gap between literary criticism and ancient history, making complex debates accessible to the general reader. Lang’s engaging style and interdisciplinary approach ensure the work’s continued relevance in studies of Greek civilization, mythology, and epic tradition.

This book is ideal for readers interested in:

Homer and the Homeric epics

Ancient Greek history and culture

Classical mythology and folklore

Origins of epic poetry

Classical literature studies"