Description
- ISBN-13: 9780140447941
- Publisher: Penguin Books
- Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
- Depth: 25
- Language: English
- Returnable: Y
- Spine Width: 24 mm
- Width: 130 mm
- ISBN-10: 0140447946
- Publisher Date: 29 Apr 2003
- Binding: Paperback
- Height: 201 mm
- No of Pages: 560
- Series Title: Penguin Classics
- Weight: 386 gr
Akshat Jain –
The battles are vividly described, and the pace is engaging. A great way to experience this classic!
Satyaswarup Prusty –
Foroux’s version made the story surprisingly easy to follow. I enjoyed it, though I wish there was a bit more depth to the characters.
Tanish Mahawar –
I struggled a bit with some of the names, but overall, this was a worthwhile read. The themes still resonate today.
Dhruv Bansal –
This version really brought the characters to life for me. I found myself invested in their fates.
Kartikey Singh –
While it was a good retelling, it lacked the depth I was hoping for. I was expecting more.
Vishnu Prasad D –
I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this. It made the Iliad accessible and engaging.
Anurag Jangir –
An excellent rendition. It is easy to read while maintaining the integrity of the original text. Highly recommend it.
Lalitman Singh –
A compelling read. I couldn’t put it down! I love learning classic.
Khushal Singh –
It’s a decent version, but I think there are better translations available. This one felt simplified.
Yadav Akshay Dayanand –
A fantastic update to a classic! The perfect way for modern readers to get into The Iliad.
Sudhanshu Yadav –
Darius Foroux’s rendition is a fantastic introduction to Homer’s classic. A must-read for any classics enthusiast!
Anushka Bhartiya –
It felt a bit too modern for my taste. I prefer a translation that captures the original style better.
Shaurya Deshwal –
Some parts were gripping, others dragged on. It’s a mixed bag, but worth checking out.
Mrityunjay Sharma –
A good introduction to the Iliad. The language is accessible, but I sometimes missed the poetic feel of other translations. Still a solid read.
Abhimanyu Anurag –
I enjoyed the updated language. A great way to approach such an old story.
Samadrita Sen –
While readable, I found the tone a little flat in places. It got the key point across but lacked excitement.
Shiv Sharma –
I was hoping for something more evocative. It’s okay, but not my favorite translation.
Devansh Bansal –
This edition helped me understand the Iliad better than previous attempts. A truly epic story.
Adarsh Kumar Singh –
I appreciated the clarity of this translation. It made a complex story easy to understand. I highly recommend.