Philip Stanhope Worsley fut un poète anglais célèbre pour ses traductions magistrales d'épopées classiques. Sa rendition de l'Odyssée et des premiers livres de l'Iliade employait notamment la strophe spensérienne, démontrant à la fois sa maîtrise des textes classiques et sa technique poétique habile. Bien que sa vie ait été brève, l'œuvre de Worsley a contribué de manière significative à la réception de la poésie grecque antique en Angleterre, laissant une impression durable sur le paysage littéraire.
This collection of poems and translations by Philip Stanhope Worsley (1835-1861) contains both original works and his translations of poetry from a range of languages and historical periods. The poems reflect the intellectual and artistic interests of the era, while Worsley's translations are testament to his deep love of language and his mastery of complex verse forms.
Experience the epic tale of The Iliad like never before with this masterful translation by John Conington. Follow the heroic journey of Achilles and his comrades through books XIII-XXIV, as they battle the Trojans and the whims of the gods. A must-read for any fan of classic literature.