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The best editions of the classics for beginners and first-time readers
The editions and translations that make a classic easiest for a beginner, without losing what makes the book worth reading.
What decides the pick Clear, readable text; a short introduction that doesn't spoil the plot; a fair price.
Emily Wilson
Fast, clear, contemporary verse, with maps, notes and a glossary.
Emily Wilson
Fast, clear, and the same length as the Greek.
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