The essential iliad audio cd abridged, audiobook, cd. In his attempt to return home to ithaca, this ancient hero is faced with obstacle after obstacle, mythic creature after. Professor stanley lombardo reads from his translation of the iliad. The iliad is purportedly written by the blind poet homer some time during the eighth century bc. The iliad has stood the test of time and is still one of it not the best. Both in tone and in linguistic style, i found it to. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial. Yet when the heroes address one another or the gods converse, the. With the publication of robert fagelss impressive translation of the odyssey viking penguin, 1996, pap. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Virgil stanley lombardo the book has aeneas, a trojan hero in homers iliad, as its central character and picking up the story at the fall of troy. Stanley lombardos presentation of homers iliad at 3. Hear homers iliad read in the original ancient greek.
Homers dark meditation features the rage and regret of achilles during the trojan war, at the siege of ilium. Lombardo s version is equally remarkable, but in a very different way. Iliad audiobook by homer, stanley lombardo translator. Iliad, by homer, stanley lombardo translator narrated by. The iliad has stood the test of time and is still one of it not the best depictions of ancient warfare.
Jun 03, 2016 the iliad, by homer full audiobook homers iliad is the first great work of western literature. The iliad, together with the odyssey, is one of two ancient greek epic poems traditionally attributed to homer. Lombardo has brought his laconic wit and love of the ribald. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. This stateoftheart compact disc recording provides highquality access to one of the greatest works in world literature. This audiobook contains the most exciting and essential parts of the iliad, capturing the final 50 days of the trojan war and bringing to life ancient men and heroic battles. Buy homer iliad by stanley lombardo, homer online at alibris. It is an essential precursor to the infamous journey of odysseus. Lombardo s taut and punchy verse conveys admirably and accurately the excitement and desperation of the battle, the urgency of the commanders, the occasional flashes of humor, the passion of homers narrative and the vivid and subtle humanity of his characters. However i do not know which version i should get since there are so many available on. Even more captivating than its sister saga iliad this translation and. Translated and narrated by awardwinning translator and performer stanley lombardo, with introductions, background stories and chapter synopses read by academy award winning actress susan sarandon. Common types of primary sources include works of literature, historical documents, original philosophical writings, and religious texts.
Lombardos iliad should be required for every history of civilization class. He summarizes the books omitted from the abridgment, and susan sarandon. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take. By contrast, stanley lombardo s narration is more of a performance as he enters into the drama of the trojan war. Stan lombardo is an american classicist, and former professor of classics at the university of kansas.
Stanley lombardo reads his translation of the iliad expressively, in a strong, distinguished voice. A primary source is a work that is being studied, or that provides firsthand or direct evidence on a topic. Susan sarandon presents homers classical account of the war between the greeks and the trojans from agamemnons visit by the priest chryses to the burial of hektor. Stanley lombardo translator stanley lombardo narrator 2006. Susan sarandon presents homers classical account of the war between the greeks and the trojans. After trial, get 1 audiobook and 2 audible originals each month. You enjoyed hearing the way ancient greek music actually sounded last week, but what about the way ancient greek poetry actually sounded. The iliad is the story of a raging anger and its human toll. The terrible and longdrawnout siege of troy remains one of the classic campaigns. Homer, stanley lombardo translator, stanley lombardo, susan sarandon introduction, parmenides. Both in tone and in linguistic style, i found it to be an odd and inconsistent mix of formal and informal, noble words and deeds juxtaposed with jarring colloquialisms. This is an epic poem encompassing an epic journey as famous as it is classic. From a general summary to chapter summaries to explanations of famous quotes, the sparknotes the iliad study guide has everything you need to ace quizzes, tests, and essays. The most daring, rapid and colloquial translation of homers iliad that i know.
The essential iliad audiobook by homer, stanley lombardo translator. Stanley lombardo is professor of classics at the university of kansas. When stanley lombardo performs homer, we feel what bob dylan calls the inner. Buy iliad unabridged edition by stanley lombardo isbn. Iliad of homer lombardo translation edition 1 by homer. Homers iliad can justly be called the worlds greatest war epic.
Odyssey audiobook homer, stanley lombardo translator. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the essential aeneid. He is best known for his translations of the iliad, the odyssey, and the aeneid. Iliad audiobook homer, stanley lombardo translator audible. Iliad audiobook homer, stanley lombardo translator. Above you can hear a nice reading of homers iliad in the original ancient greek language by translator stanley lombardo. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. While he doesnt individuate characters, he feminizes his manner for womensometimes.
I was hoping that somebody could comment on the accuracy of stanley lombardos reading of iliad book one. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. This audiobook contains the most exciting and essential parts of the iliad, capturing the final 50 days of the trojan war and bringing to life ancient men and heroic. Composed in twentyfour books of greek hexameter poetry, it portrays the events of the last year. Iliad homer by stanley lombardo translator stanley lombardo narrator. The iliad, together with the odyssey, is one of two ancient greek epic poems. Stanley lombardo provides a welcome translation, contemporary in its rhythms, assurance, and clarity. Listen to odyssey audiobook by homer, stanley lombardo translator, narrated by. It provides an integral beginning to the infamous journey of odysseus. Lombardo clearly relishes the intense imagery of the poem, nearly chanting the metaphors homer piles up to evoke this mythic battle. The essential aeneid by virgil, stanley lombardo books. Iliad unabridged homer, stanley lombardo translator. It is generally a fine and enjoyable version, but its colloquialism sometimes lapses jarringly, occasionally amusingly, into cliche. Stanley lombardo s new iliad has a photograph of a dday landing on the cover and makes a reckless dash for the idiomatic.
Its supreme importance in greek literature slowly permeated to the rest of. Thursday in the hall of philosophy has been canceled. The iliad, by homer full audiobook homers iliad is the first great work of western literature. For example, world war ii with quotes will give more precise results than. Which version of the iliad by homer is the best on audible. Hear homers iliad read in the original ancient greek open. Here are the most exciting and essential parts of two historic, epic poems. Iliad unabridged audio cd set 6 cds audio cd audiobook, cd, unabridged. In his attempt to return home to ithaca, this ancient hero is faced with obstacle after obstacle, mythic creature after mythic creature. As someone who almost reflexively refers to stanley lombardos translations of homer as new, it gives me pause to think that this year marks. His translations of the iliad and the odyssey were originally published by hackett publishing company in 1997 and.
He is best known for his translations of the iliad, the odyssey, and the aeneid published by the hackett publishing company. However i do not know which version i should get since there are so many available on audible. The essential aeneid by virgil, stanley lombardo books on. The essential iliad audiobook by homer, stanley lombardo. The ancient words of homer find a new home in todays world spoken aloud, just as homer intended. The title of this book is iliad hackett classics and it was written by homer, stanley lombardo translator, sheila murnaghan introduction. The iliad by homer read by stanley lombardo audiobook.
For relief i turned to an old favorite stanley lombardo reading his own translation of the odyssey. While he doesnt individuate characters, he feminizes his manner for womensometimes, unfortunately, bordering on caricature. The iliad has stood the test of time and is still one of it not the best depictions of ancient. Mar 01, 2000 lombardo s odyssey offers the distinctive speed, clarity, and boldness that so distinguished his 1997 iliad. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read iliad. Iliad by stanley lombardo overdrive rakuten overdrive. The essential aeneid ebook written by virgil, stanley lombardo. Stanley lombardo reads iliad book i textkit greek and. Iliad unabridged homer, stanley lombardo translator audiobook download.
The odyssey tells of the heroic journey of odysseus after the trojan war. The poem recounts the rage of achilles, the greatest of the greek heroes fighting in the war against troy. Stanley lombardo is professor emeritus of classics, university of kansas. Cancel online anytime and keep all your audiobooks. Lombardos odyssey offers the distinctive speed, clarity, and boldness that so distinguished his 1997 iliad. Stanley lombardo reads iliad book i textkit greek and latin. Iliad, by homer, stanley lombardo translator audiobook. Should i use it to study the homeric line, or would it promote bad habits. The first of homers great epic poems, the iliad portrays the final days of the trojan war. The essential iliad by homer stanley lombardo trans read.
Noted classicist stanley lombardo breathes new life into one of the most famous and beloved ancient works with an engaging and vibrant audio performance of homers iliad. The essential iliad by homer stanley lombardo trans read by. Written by homer, stanley lombardo translator, audiobook narrated by stanley lombardo, susan sarandon introduction. I had just finished listening to dan stevens remarkable reading of the odyssey, translated by robert fitzgerald. Phrase searching you can use double quotes to search for a series of words in a particular order. One of the speakers at hollins 34th annual classics symposium was stanley lombardo, professor of classics at the university of kansas, who. Homer, stanley lombardo translator, stanley lombardo, susan sarandon introduction, parmenides publishing. I was hoping that somebody could comment on the accuracy of stanley lombardo s reading of iliad book one. 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. Stanley lombardo, susan sarandon introduction length. Iliad hackett classics by homer, stanley lombardo, sheila. Written by homer, stanley lombardo translator, narrated by stanley lombardo, susan sarandon introduction. Parmenides publishing the first of homers great epic poems, the iliad portrays the final days of the trojan war. Noted classicist stanley lombardo breathes new life into one of the most famous and beloved ancient works with this engaging and vibrant audio performance of carefully selected excerpts of homers iliad.