Thomas Hobbes - Translations of Homer
by Eric Nelson, Ὅμηρος
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Eric Nelson presents a critical edition of the translation of Homer's 'Iliad' composed by the great 17th century philosopher and political theorist Thomas Hobbes. Nelson shows that these translations are not only of great literary interest but offer insights into Hobbes' own thoughts.
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Book data: Open Library