The Iliad
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"The Iliad" is a magnificent poem by the ancient Greek poet Homer, which is considered one of the most influential works in world literature. The book tells about the events of the Trojan War, the conflict between the heroes of the Achaeans and the Trojans, which involved the gods of Olympus. The main story line is centered around the image of the military leader Achilles - his pride, anger, fears and human frailties. The Iliad not only describes the exploits of the heroes, but also reveals a wide range of human feelings and moral dilemmas. The book is a well-known example of the epic genre, which transports the reader to the world of ancient myths, heroics and the path to greatness.
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Data sheet
- Name of the Author
- Homer
- Language
- English
- Release date
- 2004-07-01
- Title
- The Iliad
- Translator
- Edward George Geoffrey Smith Stanley Derby
- Subject
- Achilles (Mythological character) -- Poetry
Classical literature
Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into English
PA
Trojan War -- Poetry
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