Odyssey of Homer, Translated by Samuel Butler
Samuel Butler was born on 4th December 1835 at the village rectory in Langar, Nottinghamshire.
His relationship with his parents, especially his father, was largely antagonistic. His education began at home and included frequent beatings, as was all too common at the time.
Under his parents'' influence, he was set to follow his father into the priesthood. He was schooled at Shrewsbury and then St Jo...
Samuel Butler was born on 4th December 1835 at the village rectory in Langar, Nottinghamshire.
His relationship with his parents, especially his father, was largely antagonistic. His education began at home and included frequent beatings, as was all too common at the time.
Under his parents'' influence, he was set to follow his father into the priesthood. He was schooled at Shrewsbury and then St Jo...
