The Odyssey

This audiobook presents a landmark new translation of Homer's The Odyssey by distinguished classicist Daniel Mendelsohn, following decades of anticipation since the publication of The Iliad in 1961. Mendelsohn's rendition prioritizes the epic's formal qualities, employing a six-beat line that stays true to the original Greek structure while capturing its rich poetics. Enhanced by an extensive introduction, notes, and commentary, this translation aims to illuminate the gripping adventures and profound themes of Homer's timeless work, establishing it as a definitive English-language version.