Emily Wilson
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Wilson's translation of Homer's Odyssey was a historic first: the first English translation of the epic by a woman. It became a bestseller and is widely taught in universities and high schools. Her Iliad translation won an Audie Award, and she has been recognized with a MacArthur Fellowship and a Guggenheim Fellowship. Her work has reshaped how modern readers encounter classical texts, bringing scholarly rigor and accessibility to ancient poetry.
Awards
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MacArthur Fellowship
One of the most prestigious academic honors in the United States.
Guggenheim Fellowship
Awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional capacity for productive scholarship.
Fellow of the American Academy in Rome
Awarded for scholarship in Renaissance and Early Modern studies.
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The New York Times Magazine
2017-11-02
The First Woman to Translate the 'Odyssey' Into English
Records & Feats
First woman to translate Homer's Odyssey into English
Wilson's 2017 verse translation of the Odyssey was the first complete English translation of the epic by a woman.