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Every book Greg Kohl recommended on podcasts
Greg Kohl appeared on The Book Review podcast on an episode titled The Magic of Literary Translation and Bridget Jones at 25 in July 2024. During his appearance, Kohl discussed several works of literature while exploring the intricate world of literary translation and classic texts. He highlighted Diamela Eltits novel Never Did the Fire, describing its focus on an aging revolutionary couple grieving their son and navigating life without their former political causes. Additionally, Kohl spoke about the contributions of Classics professor Emily Wilson. He praised Wilsons 2017 translation of The Odyssey and discussed her highly anticipated translation of The Iliad, noting the timeline of her work. Through these discussions, Kohl demonstrated a deep appreciation for translated literature and the careful craft of bringing ancient and contemporary foreign works into English. His insights on the podcast reflected a thoughtful engagement with how translators shape readers understanding of classic narratives and international fiction alike.
Books recommended by Greg Kohl
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Never Did the Fire
Discussed“she wrote a novel called never did the fire about an aging revolutionary couple whose son has died and they're wondering where their life is going in the absence of their political cause now in the absence of their dead son”
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The Iliad
The Iliad by Homer is an ancient epic poem that recounts the wrath of Achilles and the pivotal events during the final weeks of the Trojan War, remaining a foundational cornerstone of Western literature.
Discussed“she's now done six years later the same thing with the Iliad and her version will come out in September”
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The Odyssey
The Odyssey by Homer is an ancient Greek epic poem that follows the arduous ten-year journey of Odysseus returning home to Ithaca after the Trojan War.
Discussed“Emily Wilson who is a Classics professor at the University of Pennsylvania had previously translated The Odyssey back in 2017 and she did so I love that translation of the Odyssey”
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Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
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| The Magic of Literary Translation and 'Bridget Jones' at 25 | The Book Review | 2024-07-18 | 3 |