The Penguin's Lucian (2004, translated by Prof. Keith Sidwell) is a nice treat. His translation is colloquial and idiomatic, and sparks one's desire to read Lucian in original. But how long will it take me to learn Greek so well that I can enjoy Lucian? One year? A wild dream. Until now I am still struggling with Plato's dialogs which I try to read with the help of a translation. Too long ago was my exam in Greek, and I didn't work hard enough to grasp it but only so much to pass the exam. Much work is needed.
A most inventive soul the Lucian was, and with a very vivid humour. Can't wait to read Wieland's translation as soon as I have time for it.
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