Translating the Violence of the Iliad

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Translating the Violence of the Iliad

Dr. Emily Wilson
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How do translators convey the features of Homer that modern readers may find surprising or even incomprehensible?  This talk explores the theme of violence and force within the Iliad and the gulf between its modern reception and ancient principles.

Book Signing & Reception to follow

For more information, please email

harold.braswll@slu.edu

pascale.perraudin@slu.edu