The familiar characters and stories of Homer"s epic are vividly brought to life in this illustrated prose version for children. Written in simple language that is accessible to young readers, these illustrated classics allow them to become acquainted with great authors and their works without the need to grapple with a text that might be too complex for children their age. Colorful illustrations complement the stories and enrich the reading experience by depicting details that put the reader in the midst of the story. Each book also includes a capsule author biography that provides background for the text.