Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial. And what better way than with ian mckellen reading to you. With sir ians mesmerizing reading, its almost as if you are there. Fitzgeralds 1961 translation read by dan stevens and robert fagles 1996 translation read by ian mckellan. The odyssey by homer robert fagles trans read by ian mckellen. Read on the scribd mobile app download the free scribd mobile app to read anytime, anywhere. And in case you have never got through, or started, homers odyssey, perhaps the existence of an audiobook of the robert fagles translation, read by ian mckellen, will finally render the.
It was the ultimate adventure, with the waves and the water and the arrival on strange shores. Recently i reread it by listening to two different audiobook versions. Ian mckellen narrated audio books at simply audiobooks. The wronged duke raises a tempest to shipwreck his old opponents on his island so that he can ensure justice is done. This is not a reflection on fagles translation or ian mckellens. Ian mckellen, homer, robert fagles translator, penguin audio. Sir ian mckellen, fresh from his performance as gandalf in lord of the rings, is prospero, and heads a strong cast in shakespeares last great play. The odyssey audiobook homer, robert fagles translator audible. The odyssey by homer and ian mckellen audiobook listen online this audiobook is sure to delight both the classicist and the general reader, and to captivate a new generation of homers students. It is also our very first novel, if we think of it in terms of romantic plot development, realistic characterizations, frequent change of.
As you might imagine if you have ever seen mckellen act, he is a masterful reader. The odyssey by homer read by sir ian mckellen unabridged audio book cd. Im drawn towards the ian mckellen one, but the audio quality seems absymal. The odyssey bks 1618 by english 1 h audiobooks a podcast. The story dances quietly along, pulling the listener toward the inevitable cadence that concludes each book. Its a deeply satisfying experience to listen to mckellen s subtle, resonant voice weave the story. Apr 25, 2017 sir ian mckellen audiobook ian mckellen audiobook odyssey ian mckellen audiobook lord of the rings ian mckellen audiobook audiobook read by ian mckellen the tempest audiobook ian mckellen ian. The odyssey audio, homer sir ian mckellen read shop. There are several different versions of the odyssey available on audible. The odyssey is the greatest adventure story ever written, and one of the great epic masterpieces of western literature for almost 3,000 years, it has been a storehouse of ancient greek folklore and myth. People who liked the odyssey also liked these free titles. The odyssey by homer robert fagles trans read by ian.
The odyssey, homer, narrated by ian mckellen much madness is. Bernard knox homers bestloved poem, recounting odysseus wanderings after the trojan war. The odyssey began as an oral story, so its only fitting to listen along to this heros journey. Sir ian mckellen audio books radio shows recordings. His appearances on stage, on screen, and on television have been numerous. His career spans genres ranging from shakespearean and modern theatre to popular fantasy and science fiction. In the myths and legends that are retold here, the energy and poetry of homers original is captured in a bold, contemporary idiom, giving us an edition of the odyssey that is a joy to listen to, worth savoring treasuring for its sheer lyrical mastery.
The odyssey is the greatest adventure story ever written, and one of the great epic masterpieces of western literature for almost 3,000 years, it has been a storehouse of ancient greek. Theres an audiobook version of homers odyssey, read by sir ian mckellen a. Mar 25, 2020 and in case you have never got through, or started, homers odyssey, perhaps the existence of an audiobook of the robert fagles translation, read by ian mckellen, will finally render the. Written by homer, robert fagles translator, narrated by ian mckellen. The odyssey homer read by sir ian mckellen audiobook new. I know its been out for years, but it was news to me you just need. It is the fagles translation, which i had not previously read. Ian mckellens voice reading the odyssey is even better. Sir ian mckellen is internationally renowned as the leading british actor of his generation. Straight from middle earth, sir ian mckellen gave what must be one of the best audio readings ever recorded.
The odyssey bks 89 by english 1 h audiobooks a podcast on. Widely regarded as one of greatest stage and screen actors both in his native great britain and internationally, twice nominated for the. Bernard knox homers bestloved poem, recounting odysseus wanderings after. The odyssey, homer, narrated by ian mckellen posted on december 29, 20 december 30, 20 by dana if you have an audible membership, you should totally use one of your credits to purchase the. The iliad audiobook homer, ian johnston translator. The odyssey, homer, narrated by ian mckellen much madness. The odyssey audiobook homer, robert fagles translator.
Ian mckellen audiobooks audiobook narrator download. Im curious to listen to an audiobook of emily wilsons translation, but yeah i havent heard that its out yet. In the myths and legends that are retold here, the energy and poetry of homers original is captured in a bold. His versatility and preeminence in modern work as well as the classics have earned him over forty important acting awards. The odyssey by homer, translated by robert eagles, narrated be ian mckellen. It was the ultimate adventure, with the waves and the. With wit and wile, odysseus meets the challenges of gods and monsters. Nov 29, 2005 the odyssey audiobook written by homer. Sir ian mckellen is among the most highly acclaimed actors in the englishspeaking world. 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. Fishpond australia, the odyssey by homer sir ian mckellen read buy.
The odyssey is one of the two major ancient greek epic poems the other being the iliad, attributed to the poet homer. The odyssey, homer, narrated by ian mckellen posted on december 29, 20 december 30, 20 by dana if you have an audible membership, you should totally use one of your credits to purchase the odyssey read by ian mckellen. The odyssey audiobook by homer, robert fagles translator. The odyssey is literatures grandest evocation of every mans journey through life. His shakespeare performances on stage and screen are legendary. With sir ian s mesmerizing reading, its almost as if you are there. He recently starred as gandalf in the lord of the rings trilogy and recieved an academy award nomination for his performance in the fellowship of the ring. In the myths and legends that are retold here, the energy and poetry of homers original is captured in a. My current favorite odyssey audiobook is ian mckellen narrating the unabridged. Librivox recording of the odyssey, by homer transl. A benefit performance of oscar wilde s great poem, introduced by neil dartlett and read by ian mckellen, stephen fry, neil tennant, bette. I know its been out for years, but it was news to me you just need thirteen hours of time. In the myths and legends that are retold here, the energy and poetry of homers original is captured in a bold, contemporary idiom, giving us an edition of the odyssey that is a joy to listen to, worth savoring and treasuring for its sheer lyrical mastery this audiobook is sure to delight both the classicist. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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