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Book Title
Iliad : (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)
Publication Name
The Iliad
Title
The Iliad
Author
Homer
Translator
Robert Fagles
Contributor
Bernard Knox (Introduction by)
Format
Trade Paperback
ISBN-10
0140275363
EAN
9780140275360
ISBN
9780140275360
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
Genre
Poetry, Fiction
Topic
Classics, Epic, Ancient & Classical
Release Year
1999
Release Date
29/04/1999
Language
English
Country/Region of Manufacture
GB
Item Height
1.9in
Item Length
8.5in
Item Width
5.7in
Item Weight
26.3 Oz
Publication Year
1998
Number of Pages
704 Pages

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One of the greatest epics in Western literature, THE ILIAD recounts the story of the Trojan wars. This timeless poem still vividly conveys the horror and heroism of men and gods battling amidst devastation and destruction, as it moves to its tragic conclusion. In his introduction, Bernard Knox observes that although the violence of the Iliad is grim and relentless, it co-exists with both images of civilized life and a poignant yearning for peace.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0140275363
ISBN-13
9780140275360
eBay Product ID (ePID)
40603

Product Key Features

Book Title
Iliad : (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)
Author
Homer
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Classics, Epic, Ancient & Classical
Publication Year
1998
Genre
Poetry, Fiction
Number of Pages
704 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
8.5in
Item Height
1.9in
Item Width
5.7in
Item Weight
26.3 Oz

Additional Product Features

Lc Classification Number
Pa4025.A2f33 1990
Notes by
Knox, Bernard
Grade from
Twelfth Grade
Edition Description
Deluxe
Reviews
"Fitzgerald has solved virtually every problem that has plagued translators of Homer. The narrative runs, the dialogue speaks, the military action is clear, and the repetitive epithets become useful text rather than exotic relics." Atlantic Monthly "Fitzgerald's swift rhythms, bright images, and superb English make Homer live as never before…This is for every reader in our time and possibly for all time." Library Journal "[Fitzgerald's Odyssey and Iliad ] open up once more the unique greatness of Homer's art at the level above the formula; yet at the same time they do not neglect the brilliant texture of Homeric verse at the level of the line and the phrase." The Yale Review "What an age can read in Homer, what its translators can manage to say in his presence, is one gauge of its morale, one index to its system of exultations and reticences. The supple, the iridescent, the ironic, these modes are among our strengths, and among Mr. Fitzgerald's." National Review With an Introduction by Gregory Nagy
Table of Content
The IliadTranslator's Preface Introduction Introduction The Spelling and Pronunciation of Homeric Names Maps Homer: The Iliad Book 1: The Rage of Achilles Book 2: The Great Gathering of Armies Book 3: Helen Reviews the Champions Book 4: The Truce Erupts in War Book 5: Diomodes Fights the Gods Book 6: Hector Returns to Troy Book 7: Ajax Duels in Hector Book 8: The Tide of Battle Turns Book 9: The Embassy to Achilles Book 10: Marauding Through the Night Book 11: Agamemnon's Day of Glory Book 12: The Trojans Storm the Rampart Book 13: Battling for the Ships Book 14: Hera Outflanks Zeus Book 15: The Achaean Armies at Bay Book 16: Patroclus Fights and Dies Book 17: Menalaus' Finest Hour Book 18: The Shield of Achilles Book 19: The Champion Arms for Battle Book 20: olympian Gods in Arms Book 21: Achilles Fights the River Book 22: The Death of Hector Book 23: Funeral Games for Patroclus Book 24: Achilles and Priam Notes The Genealogy of the Royal House of Troy Textual Variants from the Oxford Classical Text Notes on the Translation Suggestions for Further Reading Pronouncing Glossary
Copyright Date
1990
Lccn
89-070695
Dewey Decimal
883
Intended Audience
Trade
Series
Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition Ser.
Dewey Edition
22
Illustrated
Yes

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  • Top favourable review

    Great translation for young or first time readers!

    Love this translation, it's not as direct as Lattimore, but the action is easier to follow. It's ideal for high school age, first time readers, or anyone who has trouble keeping track of what's happening.

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    It's the Iliad for crying out ! A story that has been with us for over 2500 years. With the Odyssey two of the great Greek epics. A must read.

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  • excellant translation

    Beautiful, flowing translation that keeps the eye and the mind reading naturally, with beautiful, poetic and strong choices for words and phrases. I wouldn't want to read any other translation!

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    I'm sure it's great , but way to heavy for me !!

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