The Iliad
The Iliad by Homer, published by Courier Corporation on June 25, 1999, is an unabridged edition comprising 320 pages. This epic poem, likely written in the ninth century and rooted in a historical event from the thirteenth century B.C., explores a brief period during the Trojan War. It focuses on the conflict between the warrior Achilles and King Agamemnon, alongside significant events such as the duel between Paris and Menelaus for Helen of Troy and the involvement of gods in the battles.
Readers will find a rich narrative that delves into themes of war, honor, and the human condition. The poem’s extraordinary lyricism captures the complexities of both divine and mortal actions, highlighting the chaos of conflict and the tragic consequences of war. This edition features the well-regarded prose translation by Samuel Butler, known for its clarity and straightforward style, making it accessible to a wide audience interested in classic literature and historical poetry.
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Probably written in the ninth century and based on an actual historical event that occurred in the thirteenth century B.C., Homer’s “Iliad” is one of the great epic poems of the Western world. The poem essentially tells the story of a few days near the end of the ten-year-long Trojan War, detailing the destructive quarrel between the great warrior-hero Achilles and King Agamemnon, the battle between Paris and Menelaus for Helen of Troy, the Greek assault on the city, the Trojan counterattacks, the intervention of the gods on the part of their favorites on either side, and numerous other incidents and events.
Vast in scope, possessing extraordinary lyricism and poignancy, this time-honored masterpiece brilliantly conveys the inconsistencies of gods and men, the tumultuous intensity of conflict, and, ultimately, the enormous waste of life that results from war.
This inexpensive edition reproduces the celebrated Samuel Butler prose translation, admired for its simple, unadorned style, clarity, and readability.
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