Homer
The Iliad (Wordsworth Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781853262425
- author:
- Homer
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wordsworth Editions
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1995
- Pages:
- 448
- Genre:
- Other prose: classical, early & medieval
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Iliad by Homer Translated by George Chapman, this epic poem tells the story of Achilles, a great warrior, and his wrath before the walls of besieged Troy. Chapman's translation, considered his life's work, captures the 'soul' of the poem with its 'romantic and sometimes barbaric grandeur, its freshness, strength, and inexhaustible fire'. The result is a poetic masterpiece that reflects the grandeur and brutality of the original poem. A new edition of Chapman's translation includes a critical introduction and extensive notes, rendering the work accessible to modern readers. This edition provides a fresh perspective on a story of war and human nature. With its powerful and expressive language, The Iliad remains a compelling read, offering insights into the human experience that continue to resonate today.
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