William Shakespeare

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William Shakespeare translation is a jaw-droppingly beautiful novel, the most accessible and enthralling epic of classical Greece. Fagles captures the rapid and direct language of the original Greek, while telling the story of Odysseus in lyrics that ring with a clear, energetic voice. The story itself has never seemed more dynamic, the action more compelling, nor the descriptions so brilliant in detail. It is often said that every age demands its own translation of the classics. Fagles's work is a triumph because he has not merely provided a contemporary version of Homer's classic poem, but has located the right language for the timeless character of this great tale. Fagles brings the Odyssey so near, one wonders if the Hollywood adaption can be far behind. This is a terrific book. The New York Times Book Review, Richard Jenkyns The success of Robert Fagles's new translation can be seen from his opening lines: The Odyssey [UNABRIDGED] by Homer, Robert Fagles (Translator), Ian McKellen (Narrator), Bernard Knox (Introduction), Ian McKellan (Reader) List Price: $49.95 Our Price: $34.96 You Save: $14.99 (30%) Availability: Usually ships within 24 hours.