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# Classic epic reimagined Timeless Trojan War saga Masterful Fagles translation The Iliad (Penguin Classics)

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## Summary

> ⚔️ Own the legend, read the epic that shaped storytelling forever!

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## Key Features

- • **Cultural Icon:** A must-have for lovers of classical literature and war poetry, ranked top 50 in its category.
- • **Insightful Context:** Includes Bernard Knox’s expert introduction and notes for deeper understanding.
- • **Scholarly Excellence:** Robert Fagles’ acclaimed translation offers both accuracy and literary finesse.
- • **Accessible Masterpiece:** Perfect for professionals seeking intellectual enrichment and timeless narratives.
- • **Epic Storytelling Reborn:** Dive into the legendary Trojan War with a translation that balances poetic flavor and clarity.

## Overview

The Iliad (Penguin Classics), translated by Robert Fagles with introduction and notes by Bernard Knox, is a critically acclaimed edition of Homer’s epic poem. Celebrated for its balance of poetic nuance and readability, this edition brings the Trojan War saga to life for modern readers, making it a top-ranked classic in war poetry and epic literature.

## Description

Buy The Iliad (Penguin Classics) Reprint by Homer, Knox, Bernard, Knox, Bernard, Fagles, Robert (ISBN: 9780140445923) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

Review: Wonderful - Great Quality. Great Book
Review: An eminant translation of a classical work - What can one say about Robert Fagles scholarly translation of one of the world’s most famous poems? The story of Achilles heated dispute with Agamemnon together with its tragic consequences all set against the background of the Trojan War is a story known, at least in outline, to most of us. The particular arrangement of words in in early Greek epic poetry, the dactylic hexameter, determined by the kind and number of metrical units in a line cannot however be retained in translation, even though it is necessary to obtain a complete understanding of Homer’s work. Fagles has attempted to retain some flavour of it, while still giving an accurate translation of the text. Those of us unprepared to learn the language in which this poem was written, should read, I think, several eminent translations, among which Fagles’ would feature, in order to get the best impression of the original work.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 39,239 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 27 in War Poetry (Books) 62 in Epics 96 in Classical, Early & Medieval Poetry |
| Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (421) |
| Dimensions  | 19.56 x 12.7 x 3.81 cm |
| Edition  | Reprint |
| ISBN-10  | 0140445927 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0140445923 |
| Item weight  | 473 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 683 pages |
| Publication date  | 27 Feb. 1992 |
| Publisher  | Penguin Classics |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful
*by K***R on 9 January 2026*

Great Quality. Great Book

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An eminant translation of a classical work
*by J***R on 14 March 2015*

What can one say about Robert Fagles scholarly translation of one of the world’s most famous poems? The story of Achilles heated dispute with Agamemnon together with its tragic consequences all set against the background of the Trojan War is a story known, at least in outline, to most of us. The particular arrangement of words in in early Greek epic poetry, the dactylic hexameter, determined by the kind and number of metrical units in a line cannot however be retained in translation, even though it is necessary to obtain a complete understanding of Homer’s work. Fagles has attempted to retain some flavour of it, while still giving an accurate translation of the text. Those of us unprepared to learn the language in which this poem was written, should read, I think, several eminent translations, among which Fagles’ would feature, in order to get the best impression of the original work.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Translation
*by M***R on 10 April 2024*

Robert Fagles is by far the best translator. He makes this such a readable edition In my opinion he is by far the best translator of the Iliad. Highly recommended

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