literatureSaturday, July 18, 2026
Today's literature coverage is dominated by two deep-dive interviews: Emily Wilson on her feminist Odyssey translation, and Margaret Atwood and Claudia Rankine on craft and identity. The Paris Review's Art of Fiction and Art of Poetry series offer rare, substantive looks at how major writers think.
Emily Wilson's interview adds fresh context to her acclaimed Odyssey translation, a day after Christopher Nolan's film adaptation dominated headlines.
Emily Wilson discusses her feminist approach to Homer, translation choices, and the political reimagining inherent in her work. A must-read for anyone following the ongoing conversation about the Odyssey in 2026.
Two Paris Review interviews offer deep dives into the creative processes of major contemporary authors.
Margaret Atwood reflects on her career, from growing up in the Quebec wilderness to the craft of novel-writing. The interview includes her poem 'Frogless' and offers rare insight into her process.
Claudia Rankine talks about her immigrant background, her genre-crossing books, and writing for an American audience that includes both white people and people of color. Essential for understanding her work.
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