Homer Box Set: Iliad & Odyssey
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Homer Box Set: Iliad & Odyssey
Acheter pour 23,35 $
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Narrateur(s):
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Anthony Heald
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Auteur(s):
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Homer
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W. H. D. Rouse - translator
À propos de cet audio
Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey are unquestionably two of the greatest epic masterpieces in Western literature. Though more than 2,700 years old, their stories of brave heroics, capricious gods, and towering human emotions are vividly timeless.
The Iliad can justly be called the world’s greatest war epic. The terrible and long-drawn-out siege of Troy remains one of the classic campaigns, the heroism and treachery of its combatants unmatched in song and story. Driven by fierce passions and loyalties, men and gods battle to a devastating conclusion.
The Odyssey chronicles the many trials and adventures Odysseus must pass through on his long journey home from the Trojan wars to his beloved wife. Though the stormy god of the ocean has sworn vengeance against him, and witches and sirens try to lure him off course, Odysseus is clever and has the brilliant goddess Athena on his side.
Homer (9th or 8th century B.C.) is the presumed author of the Iliad and the Odyssey, the two greatest epic poems of ancient Greece. Virtually nothing is known about his life. Tradition has it that he was blind. Most scholars believe he composed the Iliad and the Odyssey by relying on oral traditions. Their value lies chiefly in the poetry itself, moving from sublime passages about the gods and heroic exploits to passages expressing deep human emotion.
Public Domain (P)2008 Blackstone Audio, Inc.Ce que les critiques en disent
Fantastic Narration of a Timeless Classic
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Great story for all ages
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the story of Odysseus
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A classic pair of books narrated very well
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An Excellent Reading of Homer’s Classics
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Great classics with a great performance!
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Love the Greek gods
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For a story 2800 years old, The Iliad has held up rather well. (Classic understatement, pun intended.)
At heart, it's just an excerpt from the story of the Trojan Wars, encompassing a mere few months of the decade-long conflict. Yet it captures the essence of war: Bitterness, pride, hubris, and obsession cause the warriors to lose sight of their objective. In the end, no one is happy at the result.
Listening to this as an audiobook has brought a whole new perspective to my understanding of the tale.
The Odyssey
Road Trip!
They say it's not the destination, it's the voyage, but in this case the real point of the story is that Odysseus really wants to get home! He's not interested in the sights and adventures; indeed he tries to dissuade his men from delays and rash decisions.
Still, I find it suspicious that he spent 6 years "trapped" on the island of the beautiful goddess Calypso. Listening to this gave me insight into James Joyce's "Ulysses."
Amusing aside: The producers must have used Speech to Text to aid in generating the chapter headings for this audiobook, because the chapter which introduced The Odyssey is entitled "The Odyssey: The Story of the Disease." Oopsy.
A War Story and a Road Trip
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This book will be a bit confusing if you dont know much about Greek mythology but you will get through it.
The book is broken into two main parts, 1. of the war and 2. of Odysseus's return home.
The first part is of the war on Troy and it's practically impossible to keep track of all the characters. In ways it's comical how the war is fought and quite descriptive. I found the end of this part didn't give me closure for the story.
The second part was much easier to follow (still a bit tricky to recall the dozen or so characters). This part of the story flows nicely and comes to a nice close.
If you like tales of humanity and Greek mythology you'll probably enjoy this. The 25h is daunting and any advanced reader/listener would enjoy this. Not for a beginner at all though. Hope this helps with your decision.
Joshua
A Good Grind
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I have read/listened to several iterations of the works, and W.H.D Rouse's translation is capable - although glaringly employing some artistic license (I guarantee that the 8th Century BCE Greek poet never used the word "Antediluvian", for example).
If you're looking for academic adherence to Homer's exact words - look elsewhere.. but this interpretation is very, very good.
Likewise, in this recording's favor, Blackstone Audio Inc. employed Anthony Heald to read the works. His diction, timbre, cadence, and timing are satisfyingly unimpeachable.. but one would hope a professional reader would provide nothing less. His didactic/emotive tone, however, is uncommonly spot-on for what is offered. Notwithstanding occasional uncomfortably loud deep breaths (avoid earbuds with this one), Heald's performance is exceptional.
Altogether, there are better recordings available for these tales (and more accurate translations) - but this 7.5/10-star offering would fit well into your library. Yes, Audible asking for a Credit would be unconscionable (better options beckon for your money).. but if you can get this audiobook included with your subscription, do not hesitate.
Serviceable Rendition
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