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「上野さんはなぜ、男に絶望せずにいられるのですか？」「しょせん男なんてと言う気はありません」。女の新しい道を作った稀代のフェミニストと、その道で女の自由を満喫した気鋭の作家。

The Odyssey is the greatest adventure story ever written, and one of the great epic masterpieces of Western literature For almost 3,000 years, it has been a storehouse of ancient Greek folklore and myth. It is also our very first novel, if we think of it in terms of romantic plot development, realistic characterizations, frequent change of scene, and heroic dramatic devices.

‘I want to offer people an emergency supply of life’s beauties.’ In this powerful debut collection, spoken-word poet Sam Browne offers poems for anyone who has felt lost, lonely, angry, ashamed, heartbroken, or unsure how to keep going. Written with honesty, humour, tenderness and urgency...

Written as a tribute to Abraham Lincoln following his assassination, this poem by Walt Whitman reflects on leadership, sacrifice, and national grief in the wake of tragedy.

"A Poet collects, from the early moments in his life, the first times he took to writing. The book explores what writing and poetry is for a person, for a dyslexic, for a people, and for one's sanity—with themes of growing up, family, hope, and magic." Poetry has always been a part of my life. Before I ever wrote it down… I saw it, or felt it. It was there, but hard to grasp or grab: like Peter’s shadow, or a coy forest nymph…. I’ve since made a sport of chasing poem across blank pages… And instead of leaving muddy footprints, in my wake are left letters and words.

When Emily Wilson’s translation of The Odyssey appeared in 2017―rendering the ancient poem in contemporary language that was “fresh, unpretentious and lean” (Madeline Miller, Washington Post)―critics lauded it as “a revelation” (Susan Chira, New York Times) and “a cultural landmark” (Charlotte Higgins, Guardian) that would forever change how Homer is read in English. Now Wilson has returned with an equally revelatory translation of Homer’s other great epic―the most revered war poem of all time.

The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran is a timeless masterpiece of spiritual wisdom, poetry, and philosophical reflection. Through a series of profound and beautifully written essays, the book explores love, freedom, work, joy, sorrow, friendship, and the meaning of life itself. With lyrical language and universal truths, Gibran offers guidance that continues to inspire readers and listeners across generations. This audiobook delivers a deeply meditative and emotional experience — perfect for moments of reflection, growth, and inner peace.

From world poet laureate Daisaku Ikeda is a collection of twenty-two inspiring and rejuvenating poems. Hope Is Life’s Treasure and Other Poems includes compositions that reflect on themes such as courage, hope, and the limitless potential within each of us.

新聞の投稿欄に掲載後、ネット上で約１９万人がシェアした大反響の詩「七日間」と、愛をつむぎ続けた夫婦の感動物語。「大切なことを思い出しました」「妻の笑顔が愛おしくなった」

The great epic of Western literature, translated by the acclaimed classicist Robert Fagles Soon to be a major motion picture directed by Christopher Nolan Robert Fagles, winner of the PEN/Ralph Manheim Medal for Translation and a 1996 Academy Award in Literature from the American Academy of Arts...

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE, COMING JULY 2026—WITNESS THE LEGEND REBORN The original adventure story, The Odyssey continues to captivate and inspire nearly three millennia after it was written. A towering epic of adventure, cunning, and the longing for home, The Odyssey follows the perilous...

The Iliad. Join Achilles at the Gates of Troy as he slays Hector to Avenge the death of Patroclus. Here is a story of love and war, hope and despair, and honor and glory. The recent major motion picture Helen of Troy starring Brad Pitt proves that this epic is as relevant today as it was twenty five hundred years ago when it was first written. So journey back to the Trojan War with Homer and relive the grandest adventure of all times. The Odyssey.

Longfellow's classic poem of the heroine Evangeline searching for her lost love Gabriel.

Guided by the Roman poet Virgil and the love of his life, Beatrice, Dante traverses the three realms of the dead—Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven—encountering sinners, souls seeking forgiveness, and divine beings. With vivid imagery, sharp social commentary, and profound spiritual insight, The Divine Comedy is an unforgettable exploration of the human soul’s journey toward salvation.

A deeply moving poetry collection about grief, love, and the heavens and hells we create on earth, from the New York Times bestselling author of There’s Always This Year Your heartbreak may one day grow wide as a desert where nothing survives, but consider this: elsewhere, a child drowns in...

Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by George Blagden, star of Versailles and Vikings. This definitive recording is translated by E.V. Rieu, revised by D.C.H. Rieu, and contains an introduction by Peter Jones. The epic tale of Odysseus and his ten-year journey home after...

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.

The Iliad tells the dramatic story of the Trojan War, focusing on the wrath of Achilles and the clash between honor, pride, and fate. This timeless masterpiece, attributed to the Greek poet Homer, is brought to life through an immersive narration that captures the grandeur, fury, and poetry of ancient warfare. With dramatic performances, vibrant storytelling, and evocative soundscapes, this audiobook invites listeners into the heart of one of the most influential works in literary history.

「生きることはわかったような気がするんだけど、死ぬっていうのはどういう感じなのかな」 谷川俊太郎さんは、亡くなる２週間前まで語ってくれました。

In this first Volume of Merlin's Isle, join the prophesied youth, Sir Galahad, and the other knights of the quest as they set out from Camelot to achieve the Holy Grail. The accomplishment of their goal will heal not only the wounded Fisher King, but will bring about the long-hoped for healing of the land itself.