The Odyssey (Version 3)


Gelesen von Mark Nelson

(4.8 stars; 181 reviews)

The Odyssey is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad, the other Homeric epic. The Odyssey is fundamental to the modern Western canon; it is the second-oldest extant work of Western literature, while the Iliad is the oldest. Scholars believe the Odyssey was composed near the end of the 8th century BC, somewhere in Ionia, the Greek coastal region of Anatolia. The poem mainly focuses on the Greek hero Odysseus (known as Ulysses in Roman myths), king of Ithaca, and his journey home after the fall of Troy. It takes Odysseus ten years to reach Ithaca after the ten-year Trojan War. In his absence, it is assumed Odysseus has died, and his wife Penelope and son Telemachus must deal with a group of unruly suitors, the Mnesteres or Proci, who compete for Penelope's hand in marriage. - Summary by Mark Nelson (11 hr 1 min)

Kapitel

Book I 24:47 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book II 24:46 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book III 27:54 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book IV 45:55 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book V 26:42 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book VI 19:21 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book VII 19:27 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book VIII 31:02 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book IX 31:43 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book X 30:32 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XI 33:45 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XII 25:22 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XIII 23:36 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XIV 29:27 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XV 28:42 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XVI 25:48 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XVII 32:55 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XVIII 23:36 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XIX 35:00 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XX 22:14 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XXI 22:58 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XXII 25:02 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XXIII 20:51 Gelesen von Mark Nelson
Book XXIV 30:25 Gelesen von Mark Nelson

Bewertungen

well-read, but..


(4 stars)

Well-read, but I am not sure why anyone would translate Greek names into Latin names. Ulysses, Juno, Demeter, etc. Even the Furies are called something else. I mean, what are we doing here? Nothing against these names when reading Latin literature, but Greek should be Greek, in my opinion. Others may not mind, but I only made it one book in and switched to a different translation.

Excellent reading of Samuel Butler 1900 prose translation


(5 stars)

A measured and clear reading which brings the story to life. This prose translation is still fresh to modern ears. Immersive listening experience.

An enjoyable listen, an excellent reader.


(5 stars)

This is the first audio book I have listened to. A pleasure to listen to. Thank you.

Praise for the Reader


(5 stars)

I have nothing but praise for this reader. The pace, and tone of the reading was spot on.

perfect


(5 stars)

The reader's voice is clear, animic and easy to follow. Worthy of such a great work as is the oddyssey

A journey for the ages


(5 stars)

I listened to this audiobook and I could relate to parts of it as if it was about me and my life. I listened to the last few chapters towards the end of an epic solo adventure and that made it all the sweeter. Thanks to the reader, Homer and the Gods.

An ideal prose.


(5 stars)

I have read this ancient book more than once, in differing translation. It is, perhaps, my favourite book. I appreciate this version to be, at present, my favorite prose translation of The Odyssey. Good on Samuel Butler. Good on Mark Nelson, narrator, for lending his voice to the tale. Honour to his name.

Thank you Mark Nelson please consider reading the Iliad de


(5 stars)

I hope Mr. Mark Nelson considers reading The Ililad, the same author's translation, Steven B. My entire family enjoyed you.