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Iliad
Series: Hackett Classics
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"It is hard to overstate the attractions of this translation. In a rhythm sinewy and flexible, with languagethat is precise, lyrical and fresh, Lombardo's Iliad pulses with all the power and luminosity of the Greek.He shows extraordinary sensitivity to the images and aural effects of the ancient poem. There arebrilliant touches on every page. . . .Altogether this is as good as Homer gets in English."-Richard P. Martin, Princeton University
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Richard P Martin praises this translation of Iliad for its dynamic and rhythmic prose, capturing the essence and power of the original Greek text. The language is described as both precise and fresh, with the translation effectively conveying the vivid imagery and sounds of the ancient work. The characters’ voices maintain a contemporary feel while preserving their traditional authority, making this English rendition a standout.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780872203525
Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 12 March 1997
Country: United States
Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Illustration: 1M.
Contributors:
- Translated by Stanley Lombardo
Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 139.0mm
Height: 215.0mm
Weight: 439g
Pages: 576
About the Author
Stanley Lombardo is Professor of Classics, University of Kansas.
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