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From BBC Radio 4 - Drama:
In Simon Armitage's new version of Homer's Odyssey, a high ranking government minister with a colourful past is sent on a delicate diplomatic mission to Istanbul. When his trip ends up in a horrific bar room brawl, social media explodes and the enigmatic darling of a political party becomes Europe's most wanted man overnight. Chased by the authorities, damned by religious leaders, pursued by those looking for vengeance and head-hunted by fanatics, his Odyssey begins.
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In Simon Armitage's new version of Homer's Odyssey, a high ranking government minister with a colourful past is sent on a delicate diplomatic mission to Istanbul. When his trip ends up in a horrific bar room brawl, social media explodes and the enigmatic darling of a political party becomes Europe's most wanted man overnight. Chased by the authorities, damned by religious leaders, pursued by those looking for vengeance and head-hunted by fanatics, his Odyssey begins.
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This was a re-read, I think I read the Samuel Butler translation back in high school. I really liked this Emily Wilson translation, and I think I heard Emily Wilson is translating the Iliad, but that would be hearsay.
I read this in preparation for reading Ulysses by James Joyce.
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I read this in preparation for reading Ulysses by James Joyce.
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Read this way, way back in high school. Loved the story. It wasn't the easiest thing to read but still enjoyable.
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Aug 09, 2022
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