Here is the muchanticipated new translation of virgils epic poem from the awardwinning translator robert fagles. Robert fagles, whose acclaimed translations of homers iliad and odyssey were welcomed as major publishing events, brings the aeneid. I dont think this is the best aeneid on audiobook if you have to choose, get the charlton griffin one but its not bad. The 4 star rating in this case is only for the 2005 penguin audio audiobook edition of robert fagles 1996 translation of homers the odyssey. Penguin classics deluxe edition by virgil, bernard knox, et al. Im participating in a book of the month sort of thing on another forum and i nominated the aeneid. I have the most recent one, by robert fagles, on audio. The aeneid is a latin epic written by virgil in the 1st century bc that tells the legendary story of aeneas, a trojan who traveled to italy, where. To include a comma in your tag, surround the tag with double quotes. From the awardwinning translator of the iliad and the odyssey comes a brilliant new translation of virgils great epic. Robert fagles s translations of both the iliad and odyssey have sold hundreds of thousands of copies and become the standard translations of our era.
Robert fagles robert fagles and i met several times in his office at princeton, where he is arthur w. This beautifully produced edition of the aeneid will be eagerly sought by readers desiring to complete their fagles. The publication of a new translation by fagles is a literary event. The aeneid is a latin epic written by virgil in the 1st century bc that tells the legendary story of aeneas, a trojan who traveled to italy, where he became the ancestor of the romans. Robert fagles s awardwinning translations of homers iliad and odyssey have sold more than a million copies and become classics in their own right. Bernard knox a new edition of virgils epic work is presented in modern language. The aeneid thrilling, terrifying and poignant in equal measure.
The aeneid by virgil and robert fagles penguin random house. Robert fagles, whose acclaimed translations of homers iliad and odyssey were welcomed as major publishing events, brings the aeneid to a new generation of readers, retaining all of the gravitas and humanity of the original latin as well as its powerful blend of poetry and myth. His translations of both the iliad and odyssey have sold hundreds of thousands of copies and have become the standard translations of our era. Aeneid edition 1 by virgil 9780872207318 paperback. In robert fagles s new english translation of the aeneid, virgils ancient war horse emerges as a work of surpassing beauty, feeling and even relevance. Robert fagles, the poems newest translator, comes to the fray well armed. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Robert fagles, whose acclaimed translations of homers. Virgil 70 bce 19 bce, translated by john dryden 1631 1700 the aeneid is a latin epic written by virgil in the 1st century bc that tells the legendary story of aeneas, a trojan who traveled to italy. Now, with this stunning modern verse translation, fagles has reintroduced virgils aeneid to a whole new generation, and completed the classical triptych at the heart of western civilization. The aeneid from the awardwinning translator of the iliad and the odyssey comes a brilliant new translation of virgils great epicwith his translations of homers classic poems, robert fagles gave.
This is not a reflection on fagles translation or ian mckellens. The aeneid audiobook written by virgil, robert fagles. Robert fagles, whose acclaimed translations of homers iliad and odyssey were welcomed as major publishing events, brings the aeneid to a new generation of readers, retaining all. The aeneid is a sweeping epic of arms and heroism and a searching portrait of a man caught between love, duty, and the force of his own destiny. I heard someone discuss robert fagles version of the aeneid somewhere most likely on a podcast. With this modern verse translation of virgils aeneid, fagles. After his bestselling iliad and odyssey, todays topdog classical translator hits the trifecta. Thankfully, prior to his current death, fagles also translated virgils aeneid. Marks 19 professor of comparative literature, to discuss our forthcoming interview at the unterberg poetry. National book awardwinning poet and translator ferry emeritus english, wellesley univ bewilderment. The aeneid by robert fagles, virgil audiobook youtube. Now, his stunning modern verse translation of virgils aeneid is poised to do the same.
The aeneid by virgil and robert fagles and bernard knox overview from the awardwinning translator of the iliad and the odyssey c omes a brilliant new translation of virgils great epic fleeing the ashes. The aeneid audiobook by virgil 9781429508445 rakuten kobo. The aeneid translated by robert fagles pdf the aeneid. It is fitting that one of the great translators of the iliad and. The aeneid audiobook by virgil, read by simon callow. Robert fagles, whose acclaimed translations of homers iliad and odyssey were welcomed as major publishing events, brings the aeneid to a new generation of readers, retaining all of the gravitas and. The iliad audiobook homer, robert fagles translator. Mass market paperback, audio cd odyssey and iliad box set. More than the iliad and odyssey of homer, the aeneid of the roman poet virgil shapes western literature and cultural identity, our idea of the hero and the nation. Featuring an illuminating introduction to virgils world by esteemed scholar bernard knox, this volume lends a vibrant new voice to one of the seminal literary achievements of the ancient world. Ferrys diction is accurate in tone and pitch, if not always literal. The new yorker robert fagles gives the full range of virgils drama, grandeur, and pathos in vigorous, supple modern english. Buy the aeneid penguin classics reissue by virgil, knox, bernard, fagles, robert isbn.
Here is the muchanticipated new translation of virgils epic poem from the award winning translator robert fagles. The aeneid ebook by virgil 9781101201541 rakuten kobo. The odyssey audiobook homer, robert fagles translator. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Robert fagles, whose acclaimed translations of homers iliad and odyssey were welcomed as major publishing events, brings the aeneid to a new generation of readers, retaining all of the gravitas. I dont recall what podcast or who discussed it, but it intrigued me enough to. An unsparing portrait of a man caught between love, duty, and fate, the aeneid redefines passion, nobility, and courage for our times. Now, with this stunning modern verse translation, fagles has reintroduced virgils aeneid to a whole new generation. It would be a disaster, monet and cost no justification the kindle cost is a giveaway. Listen to aeneid audiobook by robert fagles, virgil. Fleeing the ashes of troy, aeneas, achilles mighty foe in the iliad, begins an incredible journey to fulfill. Now, with this stunning modern verse translation, fagles has reintroduced virgils aeneid. Has any book been recast into english more times than virgils aeneid. September 11, 1933 march 26, 2008 was an american professor, poet, and academic, best known for his many translations of ancient greek and roman classics, especially.
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