"The Best of the Achaeans: Concepts of the Hero in Archaic Greek Poetry 1979" is a literary criticism book written by Gregory Nagy and published by Johns Hopkins University Press. The book delves into the subject area of Ancient Greek poetry, specifically exploring the concept of heroes in Archaic Greek literature. It is a revised edition that offers insights into the cultural and literary significance of these heroic figures in ancient texts. This hardcover trade paperback is a valuable resource for scholars and students interested in ancient Greek poetry and its themes."