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Emily Wilson: Reading The Iliad

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Translating The Iliad: Challenges and Choices

Exploring the intricate process of translating the opening lines of The Iliad from Greek to English, focusing on capturing the poetic and performative essence while adapting to linguistic nuances. The chapter also delves into the oral tradition of reciting The Iliad and how its transition from oral poetry to a written work impacted its narrative and storytelling.

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