Homeric Ballads And Comedies Of Lucian (1856) is a book that features a collection of ancient Greek literature. The book includes ballads and comedies from two prominent Greek authors, Homer and Lucian. Homer is known for his epic poems, including the Iliad and the Odyssey, which tell the stories of heroes and gods. Lucian, on the other hand, is known for his satirical comedies, which poke fun at society and its conventions.The book is divided into two sections, with the first section featuring the Homeric ballads and the second section featuring the comedies of Lucian. The Homeric ballads are translated into English and include famous stories such as the Trojan War and the adventures of Odysseus. The comedies of Lucian are also translated into English and include works such as ""The True History"" and ""The Dialogues of the Dead.""Overall, Homeric Ballads And Comedies Of Lucian (1856) provides a glimpse into ancient Greek literature and showcases the works of two influential authors. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in Greek mythology, literature, and history.Annotated By Shelton Mackenzie.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.