In his new work, bestselling author and classicist Daniel Mendelsohn presents a unique translation of the Odyssey, which has been praised by classicists in poetic texts as a translation that stands alongside those of E. V. Rieu and Robert Fagles.
Surpassing modern approaches that often simplify the text, Mendelsohn masterfully reproduces the typical qualities of the epic – meter, enjambment, and sound correspondences – thus restoring the grandeur of Homer’s work.
His extensive six-foot line, closer to the original than other recent translations, allows him to capture every line of Homer’s verse by verse, without sacrificing the simplicity and nuances of the original.
The result is the richest, most accurate, and most musical Odyssey in English, fully conveying the nocturnal poetry while bringing to life the gripping adventures, deep humanistic approaches, and powerful themes that make Homer’s work resonate nearly thirty centuries after its composition.
Supported by an extensive introduction and complete notes and comments available, Mendelsohn’s Odyssey is poised to become the authentic English version of this marvelous, infinitely enjoyable masterpiece.
Pages: 560, Dimensions: 16.2x16.2cm
