Beskrivelse
Experience the timeless power of Homer's The Iliad through Chapman's masterful translation, capturing the fierce wrath of Achilles during the siege of Troy. This edition also features insightful notes and an introduction by Adam Roberts.
An epic retelling of Achilles' rage and the devastating Trojan War in bold, dynamic verse.
Chapman's translation, crafted over more than ten years from 1598 to 1611, stands as a remarkable tribute to the enduring strength of The Iliad. His vigorous and flowing verse vividly recounts the story of Achilles, the legendary warrior whose anger brings destruction to both Greeks and Trojans alike.
Devoting himself to this epic and also translating Homer's Odyssey, Chapman saw these works as his life's mission, striving to capture the very 'soul' of the ancient poems.
Celebrated by Swinburne for its "romantic and sometimes barbaric grandeur," Chapman's translation bursts with freshness, power, and relentless energy-qualities that mirror the original's intense drama and brutality.
This edition enriches the experience with a critical introduction and detailed notes, making Chapman's extraordinary poetic achievement accessible and engaging for today's readers.
Yderligere information
| Serie | Wordsworth Classics |
|---|---|
| Forfatter(e) | Homer |
| Kategori | Bøger |
| Genre(r) | Skønlitteratur |
| Forlag | Wordsworth Editions |
| Udgivelsesdato | Er udgivet |
| Sprog | Engelsk |
| ISBN-13 | 9781853262425 |
| ISBN-10 | 1853262420 |
| Indbinding | Paperback |
| Sidetal | 448 |
| Genveje | Wordsworth Classics - Bøger |
| Tags | The Iliad, Bøger, Bog |
| GPSR | Produktsikkerhed |
