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The Iliad by Homer
The Iliad (/ˈɪliəd/; Ancient Greek: Ἰλιάς Ilias, pronounced [iː.li.ás] in Classical Attic; sometimes referred to as the Song of Ilion or Song of Ilium) is an ancient Greek epic poem in dactylic hexameter, traditionally attributed to Homer. Set during the Trojan War, the ten-year siege of the city of Troy (Ilium) by a coalition of Greek states, it tells of the battles and events during the weeks of a quarrel between King Agamemnon and the warrior Achilles.Although the story covers only a few weeks in the final year of the war, the Iliad mentions or alludes to many of the Greek legends about the siege; the earlier events, such as the gathering of warriors for the siege, the cause of...
Iliad of Homer
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The Iliad of Homer
The Iliad ( sometimes referred to as the Song of Ilion or Song of Ilium) is an ancient Greek epic poem in dactylic hexameter, traditionally attributed to Homer. Set during the Trojan War, the ten-year siege of the city of Troy (Ilium) by a coalition of Greek states, it tells of the battles and events during the weeks of a quarrel between King Agamemnon and the warrior Achilles. Although the story covers only a few weeks in the final year of the war, the Iliad mentions or alludes to many of the Greek legends about the siege; the earlier events, such as the gathering of warriors for the siege, the cause of the war, and related concerns tend to appear near the beginning. Then the epic narrative...
Homer's People
The first study to examine the role and character of Homer's people in Homeric story-telling.
Epic Poetry
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The Iliad
The Classic Greek Epic Poem by Homer The Iliad by Ancient Greek author Homer is a book of epic poetry written circa the 8th century. This edition features the English translation by Alexander Pope, first published between 1715-20. A glorious literary classic, filled with thrilling historic drama and adventure. Excerpt 'The goddess spoke: the rolling waves unclose; Then down the steep she plunged from whence she rose, And left him sorrowing on the lonely coast, In wild resentment for the fair he lost.' Synopsis Generally believed to have been written in the eighth century BC, the story centres on the pivotal events of the Trojan War's final year, culminating in Achilles' murder of Hektor and the fall of Troy. Title Details ◆ Original text ◆ Epic poetry ◆ 6 x 9 in ◆ Matte Cover ◆ White Paper
The Iliad
Homer's Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem. This edition has been translated into prose by Samuel Butler to tell the story of the Trojan War. The Iliad mentions many Greek legends and is a prequel to the Odyssey. Xist Publishing is a digital-first publisher. Xist Publishing creates books for the touchscreen generation and is dedicated to helping everyone develop a lifetime love of reading, no matter what form it takes
