This has been remedied in the present prose version, expertly updated by peter jones in 2003. Penguin classics kindle edition by homer, jones, peter, e v rieu. The odyssey is literatures grandest evocation of every mans journey through life. Which version of the iliad by homer is the best on audible. Oct 31, 2011 the best showcases for these comparisons arent necessarily the poems big moments but smaller, more ordinary passages, such as the one ive chosen below, lines 795800 from book. In this brilliant translation, robert fagles brings the vigor of contemporary language to homers 2,700yearold tale. The iliad, penguin classics by homer 9780140444445 booktopia. The iliad is the oldest surviving work of western literature, but the identity or even the existence of homer himself is a complete mystery, with no reliable biographical information having survived. The iliad, together with the odyssey, is one of two ancient greek epic poems traditionally attributed to homer. A work of tremendous influence that has inspired writers from his ancient greek contemporaries to modernist writers such as t. Perfect for entrepreneurs and anyone seeking the most out of life each audiobook.
Translators preface introduction introduction the spelling and pronunciation of homeric names maps 1. He was one of a long line of bards, or poets, who worked in the. With more than 1,700 titles, penguin classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. The iliad is one of the two great epics of homer, and is typically described as one of the greatest war stories of all time, but to say the iliad is a war story does not begin to describe the emotional sweep of its action and characters. Dating to the ninth century bc, homers timeless poem still vividly conveys the horror and heroism of men and gods wrestling with towering emotions and. Best is pretty subjective, but i find richmond lattimore s translation of the iliad and the odyssey to be quite good. The fitzgerald translation is what im listening to right now and really enjoying it fagles is more recent, from the 90s and is the popular translation right now and most recommended to new readers. The result, the winner of the 1991 academy of american poets landon translation award, is a wonderfully accessible iliad that preserves. He maintains the drive and metric music of homers poetry, and evokes the impact and nuance of the iliad s mesmerizing repeated phrases in what peter levi calls an astonishing performance. The iliad stands as the oldest work of european literature still in existence.
Dating to the ninth century bc, homers timeless poem still vividly conveys the horror and heroism of men and gods wrestling with towering emotions and battling amidst devastation and destruction, as it. I also enjoyed the lattimore translation of the iliad, i found it to be more accessible than the fagles translation although i only read a little of the. Listen to the iliad by homer available from rakuten kobo. The poem is commonly dated to the 8th or 7th century bc, and many scholars believe it is the. In the meantime i bought a dreadful american recording that made me cringe and only lasted for 5 mins listening. The iliad, penguin classics by homer 9780140444445. The iliad by homer the 25th greatest fiction book of all. Dating to the ninth century bc, homers timeless poem still vividly conveys the horror and heroism of men and gods wrestling with towering emotions. The ancients believed it was a bard called homer, although they disagreed about biographical details. Jan 30, 2003 the book also includes an introduction and notes by peter v. It was commonly thought that he lived on chios, an isl. The iliad audiobook by homer 9781101058077 rakuten kobo.
The publication of a new translation by fagles is a literary event. Jun 03, 2016 the iliad, by homer full audiobook homers iliad is the first great work of western literature. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. This penguin classics deluxe edition also features french flaps and deckleedged paper. Buy the iliad penguin classics book online at low prices. For more than seventy years, penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the englishspeaking. The 4 star rating in this case is only for the 2005 penguin audio audiobook edition of robert fagles 1996 translation of homers the odyssey. Martin hammonds acclaimed translation is accompanied by a full introduction and a comprehensive index. The identity of the composer of the odyssey and the iliad is a matter of some speculation. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. Seven greek cities claim the honour of being the birthplace of homer c.
Librivox recording of homers iliad translated by samuel butler, read by librivox volunteers. For more than seventy years, penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the englishspeaking world. Apr 08, 2016 intended for a greekless readership, veteran translator peter greens brilliant new version of the iliad does full justice to the extraordinary genius of homers epic tragedy, not only capturing the originals pristine force but also skillfully controlling the rhythm, idiom, and rhetoric of the master poets hexameter verses. Rieus original 1950 prose version from penguin was very understandable but in some specific instances treated homer a tad too freely. The iliad, penguin classics by homer 9780140445923. It is read by a number of different volunteer narrators at librivox and the quality sounds pretty good for each of them.
Rieu initiated penguin classics with allen lane and his famous translation of the odyssey was the first book published in the series in. I think rieus original iliad in penguins rerelease from the 60s and 70s with the colorful covers and spines. The iliad, penguin classics by homer 9780140445923 booktopia. His translations of both the iliad and odyssey have sold hundreds of thousands of copies and have become the standard translations of our. Peter v jones one of the foremost achievements in western literature, homers iliad tells the story of the darkest episode in the trojan war. The iliad audiobook by homer, robert fagles translator. A new translation by peter green paperback 8 april.
Hi, i dont get paid for any of my channels content and it takes a very long time to make audio book videos, i get many messages thanking me for helping the blind have easy access to books. Composed in twentyfour books of greek hexameter poetry, it portrays the events of the last year. Years ago i had the penguin recording on tape, which eventually got chewed. Renowned classicist bernard knox observes in his superb introduction that although the violence of the iliad. The iliad, by homer full audiobook homers iliad is the first great work of western literature. Homers iliad is the greatest and most influential epic poem ever written, telling of the tragic and bloody climax. The iliad by homer the 25th greatest fiction book of all time. This is not a reflection on fagles translation or ian mckellens narration which are both 5 stars.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the iliad of homer. Enhanced with an introduction read by susan sarandon, this audio book edition of the iliad fully captures the epic nature of this story of an ancient tragedy. For more than seventy years, penguin has been the leading. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the iliad. Peter v jones one of the foremost achievements in western literature, homers iliad tells the story of the darkest episode in the trojan. The iliad is an epic poem in dactylic hexameters, traditionally attributed to homer. Buy the iliad penguin classics book online at low prices in. Eliot, homers epic poem the iliad is translated by robert fagles with an introduction and notes by bernard knox in penguin classics. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting. He maintains the drive and metric music of homers poetry, and evokes the impact and nuance of the iliads mesmerizing repeated phrases in what peter levi calls an astonishing performance. Editions of the iliad by homer meet your next favorite book. The odyssey audiobook by homer, robert fagles translator.
Achilles, helen, hector, and other heroes of greek myth and history in the tenth and final year of the greek. In the myths and legends that are retold here, the energy and poetry of homers original is captured in a bold, contemporary idiom, giving us an edition of the odyssey that is a joy to listen to, worth savoring treasuring for its sheer lyrical mastery. The great war epic of western literature, in a stunning translation by acclaimed classicist robert fagles a penguin classic dating to the ninth century b. The best showcases for these comparisons arent necessarily the poems big moments but smaller, more ordinary passages, such as the one ive chosen below, lines 795800 from book. Buy the iliad penguin classics rev ed by homer, jones, peter, rieu, e v isbn. Set in the trojan war, the tenyear siege of ilium by a coalition of greek states, it tells of the battles and events during the weeks of a quarrel between king agamemnon and the warrior achilles. The iliad by homer part 1 of 2 full audiobook greatestaudiobooks special offer try audiobooks. Rieus acclaimed translation of the iliad was one of the first titles published in penguin classics, and now has classic status itself. Homer was the first greek writer whose work survives. Sep 19, 2011 the iliad of homer ebook written by homer. The result, the winner of the 1991 academy of american poets landon translation award, is a wonderfully accessible iliad that preserves every nuance of homers genius.
Their website allows you to browse their audiobooks by classics, fiction, and. Rieu edited with an introduction and notes by peter jones. Set in the trojan war, the tenyear siege of ilium by a coalition of greek states, it tells of the battles and events during the. In the myths and legends that are retold here, the energy and poetry of homers original is captured in a. The story begins when paris, son of priam, king of troy, carries off the beautiful helen, thereby. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The iliad a penguin classics hardcover pdf book library. Years ago i had the penguin recording on tape, which eventually got chewed up and ive been looking to replace it even since. I liked the original very much, but i like the update even better. The iliad is the first of the worlds great tragedies. Book description penguin books ltd, penguin classics, 3774. The book also includes an introduction and notes by peter v.
This has been remedied in the present prose version, expertly. The first great book, and the first great book about the suffering and loss of war guardian one of the foremost achievements in western literature, homers iliad tells the story of the darkest episode in the. The iliad penguin classics july 1, 1991 edition open. Much the best modern prose translation of the iliad robin lane fox financial times this new prose translation of the iliad is outstandingly good.
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