Library Talks Emily Wilson: Reading The Iliad
May 28, 2024
Translator Emily Wilson discusses her approach to translating The Iliad, focusing on accessibility and relevance. The intense confrontation between Menelaus and Paris is analyzed, highlighting themes of vengeance and divine intervention. The discussion also explores the challenges of translating ancient texts and the enduring relevance of The Iliad in the modern age.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Tense Confrontation in The Iliad
01:34 • 15min
Translating The Iliad: Challenges and Choices
16:35 • 8min
Exploring the Figure of Homer as an Author and Marketing Tool
24:17 • 2min
Exploring Mythical Worlds and Retold Stories in Ancient Literature
25:59 • 2min
Deception and Intervention in The Iliad
27:35 • 9min
Translating Homer's Works
36:34 • 5min
Deciphering 'Macho' and Translating Ancient Texts
41:52 • 7min
Relevance and Complexity of the Iliad in the Modern Age
48:37 • 15min
Power Dynamics and Brutal Confrontations in The Iliad
01:03:09 • 10min