Emily Wilson on Crossing the Wine-Dark Sea

Translator and classicist Emily Wilson talks about her new book Crossing the Wine-Dark Sea and the art of bringing ancient Greek and Roman literature to modern readers.

Emily Wilson, Professor of Classical Studies at the University of Pennsylvania and acclaimed translator of The Odyssey and The Iliad, visits St Andrews to discuss the wonders of Greek and Roman literature. Her talk explores what translators lose and gain when moving between languages, drawing on topics from depictions of Helen of Troy to Cardi B, Athenian comedy and Han Kang's novels. The event centres on her book Crossing the Wine-Dark Sea, a voyage into the promise and constant renewal of classical literature. Doors open at 6.50pm for a 7.30pm start.