Classics of Ancient Greece
Made to Order at Juniper Custom in Boulder, Colorado
Epic, history and philosophy: the foundations of Western thought, born in ancient Greece. This collection gathers three of its most essential works, each a cornerstone of the literature that followed.
Homer's Iliad, Herodotus's Histories and Plato's Republic are presented in Everyman's Library hardcovers, wrapped in custom jackets inspired by Greek pottery. Together they form a striking, unified display, as timeless as the works within, and a fitting cornerstone for a scholar's study, a well-read library or any lover of the classics.
The Collection
Books included, published by Everyman's Library:
- The Iliad by Homer
- The Histories by Herodotus
- The Republic by Plato
About Our Jackets
Each Juniper Custom jacket is comparable to an individual art print. Our original designs are printed on high-quality paper and finished with a matte laminate on the outer side, making them tear-resistant, durable and beautiful to handle.
Each set is made entirely to order. Please allow two weeks for production.
Also Available
A ready-to-ship Major Works of Philosophy set in a Raphael School of Athens design, from our sister company Juniper Books.
Make It Your Own
Through our Full Custom service, we can expand the book list or design an entirely new jacket for this set. Explore Full Custom design
Please note that customized orders are non-refundable and non-returnable.
FAQs
Which books are in the Classics of Ancient Greece set?
Three foundational works: Homer's Iliad, Herodotus's Histories and Plato's Republic.
What inspired the jacket design?
The painted pottery of ancient Greece, whose figures and patterns unify the three volumes into a single, striking display.
Why these three works together?
Each founded a way of understanding the world. The Iliad stands at the head of Western epic poetry, Herodotus is often called the father of history for his inquiry into the Persian Wars, and Plato's Republic remains a touchstone of political philosophy. Side by side, they trace how the Greeks moved from song to inquiry to argument, and laid the ground for nearly everything that followed.
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Juniper Custom
Juniper Custom curates & designs handcrafted book sets and libraries that are works of art for your shelves. Our thoughtfully curated collections elevate beloved classics and pop culture favorites with custom designed jackets, designed and made in our Boulder, Colorado design studio.
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