In 2017, Emily Wilson became the first woman to translate The Odyssey into English. Her translation of the 12,110-line epic poem offered a fresh perspective on the rousing tale of shipwrecks, monsters and magic. Her text has been praised for its accuracy and an accessibility that brings the ancient work into the 21st century. Speaking to Jennifer Byrne, Emily elaborates on her approach to translating the second-oldest text in Western literature and why it remains so vital today.

SWF podcasts are also available on iTunes and Spotify.

In 2017, Emily Wilson became the first woman to translate&nbsp;The Odyssey&nbsp;into English. Her translation of the 12,110-line epic poem offered a fresh perspective on the rousing tale of shipwrecks, monsters and magic. Her text has been praised for its accuracy and an accessibility that brings the ancient work into the 21st century. Speaking to Jennifer Byrne, Emily elaborates on her approach to translating the second-oldest text in Western literature and why it remains so vital today.
SWF podcasts are also available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/sydney-writers-festival/id985898011?mt=2">iTunes</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://spoti.fi/2Qys9Rc">Spotify</a>.

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