Iliad audiobook homer, stanley lombardo translator. The iliad is an epic greek poem written by philosopher homer, and is considered one of the oldest pieces of western literature still in existence. There are audiobooks on audible for both the iliad and the odyssey. Achilles has quarrelled with agamemnon and sulks in his tent, while. While the odyssey was presented in full and i loved it, convinced it could be wiped out of history. Overall the quality of the book is good if you ignore. Perhaps the greatest poem of the western world, the iliad tells the story of fifty critical days towards the end of the trojan war. The iliad audiobook homer, stephen mitchell translator. Ably translated and expertly narrated by stanley lombardo, iliad is a flawlessly recorded, complete and unabridged audio presentation of the timeless and classical greek tale of the trojan war ascribed to. The work is commonly dated to the 8th or 7th century bc, and many scholars believe it is the oldest extant work of literature in the greek language, making it the first work of european literature. This version of the iliad is the translation by alexander pope. The data on this cdr was compiled by us from the public domain.
An epic, oftrepeated poem of the siege of troy and the death of hector, homers poetry soars with the battle and the conversations of these ancient greek warriors. The iliad is one of the two great epics of homer, and is typically described as one of the greatest war stories of all time, but to say the iliad is a war story does not begin to describe the emotional sweep of. The first of homers great epic poems, the iliad portrays the final days of the trojan war. Should i bother reading an unabridged version of the iliad. The iliad audiobook by homer try our site with free audio books. Opera explained il trovatore unabridged the iliad unabridged the importance of being earnest unabridged in a glass darkly unabridged in praise of shadows unabridged in the ravine, and other short stories unabridged the incredible adventures of professor branestawm unabridged the inferno unabridged. Even the heroic ethic itselfwith its emphasis on pride, honor, prowess in battle, and submission to the inexorable will of the godsis not left unquestioned. Anton lesser, one of britains finest audiobook stars, brings this great classic to life in the new and imaginative translation by ian johnston. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. Buy iliad and odyssey unabridged cd audio book by homer, anthony heald, w.
Perhaps the greatest poem of the western world, the iliad tells the story of fifty critical days towards the end of the trojan. This disc is an audio book in mp3 format and will not play on car stereos or standalone cddvd players unless they are mp3 capable. I had read fagles new translation, but nothing prepared me for the powerful and almost musical reading. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. An iliad for the twentyfirst century, this magnificent new translation by stephen mitchell sets the highest standards for beauty, accuracy, and aliveness. It is read by a number of different volunteer narrators at librivox and the quality sounds pretty good for each of them. Opera explained il trovatore unabridged the iliad unabridged the importance of being earnest unabridged in a glass darkly unabridged in praise of shadows unabridged in the ravine, and other. The iliad is one of the most enduring creations of western civilization and was originally written to be recited or chanted to the accompaniment of various instruments. In this brilliant translation, robert fagles brings the vigor of contemporary language to homers 2,700yearold tale. Soldier and civilian, victor and vanquished, hero and coward, men, women, young, oldthe iliad evokes in poignant, searing detail the fate of every life ravaged by the trojan war. The iliad, together with the odyssey, is one of two ancient greek epic poems traditionally. The first time the book arrived there were about 15 pages ripped in half, luckily because this is amazon i was able to get a free replacement pretty quickly. The poem is commonly dated to the 8th or 7th century bc, and many scholars believe it is the oldest extant work of literature in the greek language, making it the first work of european literature.
Achilles has quarrelled with agamemnon and sulks in his tent, while hector brings his trojans to the brink of victory. See all 74 formats and editions hide other formats and. The iliad stands as the oldest work of european literature still in existence. The poem is commonly dated to the 8th or 7th century bc, and many scholars. Listening to the iliad was an amazing experience as you are listening to a story that was written over 2000 years ago. Homers the illiad stands alone in the realm of classical writings. The iliad by homer part 1 of 2 full audiobook greatestaudiobooks special offer. If you have never heard of the iliad or the odyssey, do yourself a huge favour and read both, the iliad first, then the odyssey.
The iliad by homer part 1 of 2 full audiobook greatest. One of the new yorkers favorite books from 2011from the renowned translator of rilke, tao te ching, and gilgamesh, a vivid new translation of western civilizations foundational epic. This is how the iliad should be heard it is a poem meant to be heard, not read, and. With her virtuoso translation, classicist and bestselling author caroline alexander brings to life homers timeless epic of the trojan warcomposed around 7. Years ago i had the penguin recording on tape, which eventually got chewed up and ive been looking to replace it even since. Ably translated and expertly narrated by stanley lombardo, iliad is a flawlessly recorded, complete and unabridged audio presentation of the timeless and classical greek tale of the trojan war ascribed to the blind poet homer. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The iliad has stood the test of time and is still one of it not the best depictions of ancient warfare. Though more than 2,700 years old, their stories of brave heroics, capricious gods, and. The odyssey is one of the two major ancient greek epic poems the other being the iliad, attributed to the poet homer. Get 50% off this audiobook at the audiobooksnow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer. Librivox recording of the odyssey, by homer transl. Instead of downloading multiple mp3 files, you can now just listen to the original audio book for free and legally.
These classic epics provided the basis for greek education and culture throughout the classical age and formed the backbone of humane education. In this extraordinary two volume audio set, the glorious saga again unfolds, telling the story of courage and magical adventure in ancient greece. The iliad of homer, unabridged audiobook on 1 mp3 cd ebay. If you like 1 month unlimited audiobook listening 12. Although the story covers only a few weeks in the final year of the war, the iliad mentions or alludes to many of the greek legends about the. Little is known about the ancient greek oral poet homer, the supposed 8th century bc author of the worldread iliad and his later masterpiece, the odyssey.
The iliad, by homer full audiobook homers iliad is the first great work of western literature. Sure, if someone wrote this book today, it wouldnt make the shelves. The iliad is the story of achilles, a greek hero of the trojan war and the iliad is the story of the trojan war and achilles plus a few others. George guidall when paris of troy fell in love with helen of sparta and took her to his homeland, the princes of greece launched a fleet of a. The iliad homer unabridged barnes and noble audio classics. The iliad audiobook by homer, robert fagles translator. The power and the beauty of the iliad resound again across 2,700 years in stephen mitchells exciting new translation, as if the lifeblood of its heroes. Charlton griffin, homer, richmond lattimore translator, audio. Homers iliad and odyssey are unquestionably two of the greatest epic masterpieces in western literature. The iliad homer digital audiobook harpercollins publishers. The iliad, together with the odyssey, is one of two ancient greek epic poems traditionally attributed to homer. So, i have this classic literature that i read last year. Buy books pro is a participant in the amazon services llc associates program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to. Little is known about the ancient greek oral poet homer, the supposed 8th century bc author of the worldread iliad and his later masterpiece, the.
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