The Iliad by Homer
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| Author | Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE |
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| Translator | Butler, Samuel, 1835-1902 |
| Title | The Iliad |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook: #51355 (Translated by George Chapman) #6130 (Translated by Alexander Pope) #16452 (Translated by William Cowper) #22382 (Translated by Theodore Alois Buckley) #6150 (Translated by Edward, Earl of Derby) #3059 (Translated by Andrew Lang, Walter Leaf and Ernest Meyers) #2199 (Translated by Samuel Butler) |
| Credits | Jim TinsleyRevised by Richard Tonsing. |
| Summary | "The Iliad" by Homer is an epic poem likely composed in the 8th century BC. It narrates the events of the Trojan War, focusing primarily on the wrath of Achilles, one of the greatest Greek warriors, and explores themes of honor, vengeance, and the impact of fate on human lives. The poem introduces a host of characters, including Agamemnon, the leader of the Achaeans, and Hector, the noble Trojan prince, setting the stage for a conflict that reaches beyond mere warfare. The beginning of "The Iliad" presents us with the fierce quarrel between Agamemnon and Achilles, sparked by Agamemnon's refusal to return Chryseis, a captive woman, to her father, which ultimately leads to a plague that ravages the Achaeans. Achilles, enraged by this dishonor and Agamemnon's greed, withdraws from battle and seeks revenge by asking his mother, Thetis, to plead with Zeus for the Achaeans' defeat. The opening portion sets a dramatic tone, highlighting themes of pride and rivalry, while providing a glimpse into the tragic consequences of these conflicts for both the Greek and Trojan sides. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Classical literature |
| Subject | Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into English |
| Subject | Achilles (Mythological character) |
| Subject | Trojan War |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2199 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated | Aug 16, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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