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Book Synopsis: A New York Times Notable Book of 2018 "Wilson’s language is fresh, unpretentious and lean…It is rare to find a translation that is at once so effortlessly easy to read and so rigorously considered." –Madeline Miller, author of Circe
Composed at the rosy-fingered dawn of world literature almost three millennia ago, The Odyssey is a poem about violence and the aftermath of war; about wealth, poverty and power; about marriage and family; about travelers, hospitality, and the yearning for home.
This fresh, authoritative translation captures the beauty of this ancient poem as well as the drama of its narrative. Its characters are unforgettable, none more so than the “complicated” hero himself, a man of many disguises, many tricks, and many moods, who emerges in this version as a more fully rounded human being than ever before.
Written in iambic pentameter verse and a vivid, contemporary idiom, Emily Wilson’s Odyssey sings with a voice that echoes Homer’s music; matching the number of lines in the Greek original, the poem sails along at Homer’s swift, smooth pace.
A fascinating, informative introduction explores the Bronze Age milieu that produced the epic, the poem’s major themes, the controversies about its origins, and the unparalleled scope of its impact and influence. Maps drawn especially for this volume, a pronunciation glossary, and extensive notes and summaries of each book make this is an Odyssey that will be treasured by a new generation of readers. 3 maps
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Experience the timeless epic that has captivated readers for millennia with The Odyssey. This New York Times Notable Book of 2018 is a must-read masterpiece that explores themes of violence, war, wealth, poverty, power, marriage, family, and the eternal yearning for home. Now, with this fresh and authoritative translation by Emily Wilson, you can discover the true beauty and drama of this ancient poem.
Wilson's language is fresh, unpretentious, and lean, making this translation effortlessly easy to read while still being rigorously considered. Her Odyssey captures the essence of Homer's original work, bringing to life unforgettable characters and presenting a more fully rounded vision of the hero himself. With each line written in iambic pentameter verse and a vibrant, contemporary idiom, the poem maintains its swift, smooth pace that echoes Homer's music.
Delve deeper into the world of The Odyssey with a fascinating, informative introduction that explores the Bronze Age milieu in which it was created. Discover the poem's major themes, learn about the controversies surrounding its origins, and comprehend its unparalleled impact and influence. With three maps drawn exclusively for this volume, a pronunciation glossary, and extensive notes and summaries of each book, this Odyssey will be treasured by a new generation of readers.
Don't miss out on this literary masterpiece that combines ancient wisdom with modern accessibility. Immerse yourself in Wilson's captivating translation of The Odyssey and embark on a journey that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Get your copy of The Odyssey today and experience the power and wonder of this iconic poem.
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