Epic Cycle Books in Order
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The Epic Cycle is a collection of ancient Greek epic poems that recount the mythological history of the Trojan War and its aftermath. It includes works such as the Iliou Persis, which narrates the fall of Troy, and the Nostoi, which details the return journeys of Greek heroes. The series, attributed to various authors including Homer and Arctinus of Miletus, was composed in dactylic hexameter and forms a broader narrative framework surrounding the Trojan War and its consequences. The modern series titled "Epic Cycle" by Όμηρος consists of six books, published between 2016 and 2019.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon1581 · Όμηρος
This new edition of Lattimore's Iliad preserves the original verses, known for their elegance and fidelity to the Greek language. Classicist Richard…
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1962 · Quintus Smyrnaeus
The Posthomerica is an epic poem written in Greek hexameter verse by Quintus of Smyrna. It was likely composed in the 3rd century AD. The poem covers…
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Buy on Amazon2019 · Όμηρος
The Odyssey is an epic poem attributed to Homer, one of the oldest surviving works of literature. It is divided into 24 books and follows Odysseus,…
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Companion & related books
Related titles and editions that sit outside the main numbered order.
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Year unknown · Arctinus of Miletus
The Ilioupersis, also known as The Sack of Troy, is a lost epic poem from the Trojan Cycle, part of the Epic Cycle that recounted the history of the…
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Year unknown · Agias
The Nostoi, also known as Returns or Returns of the Greeks, is a lost epic poem from ancient Greek literature. Part of the Epic Cycle, it focused on…
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Year unknown · Eumelus of Corinth
The Titanomachy is a lost epic poem from Greek mythology. It tells the story of Zeus and his siblings, the Olympian Gods, as they fight against their…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Epic Cycle books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Iliad”. Start with “Iliad.”
How many books are in the Epic Cycle series?
We list 6 books , published between 1581–2019.
Where can I buy the Epic Cycle books?
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