Runnerhd - The

: H.D. famously begins her version with the words " A flash ," immediately setting a pace of speed and visual intensity that distinguishes it from more traditional, wordy translations.

: In H.D.'s work, Achilles is "trained" by Chiron and born of a sea-woman, blending human athletic toil with a supernatural or "divine" speed. The RunnerHD

H.D. was a leading figure in the , which prioritized "the exact word" and "concentration" in poetry. Her version of "The Runner" describes the Greek hero Achilles as he races across the sands. wordy translations. : In H.D.'s work