Deemed as Homer’s timeless masterpiece, The Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem that tells the story of the Trojan War and the heroism of warriors on both sides. With a stunning cover design and insightful commentary, this edition is perfect for fans of classic literature and epic poetry.
Introduces iconic characters like Achilles, Hector, and Helen of Troy
Offers profound insights into human nature, honor, and the consequences of war
Features vivid descriptions of battles and memorable characters
Explores themes of honor, fate, and the destructive nature of war
A must-have for literature enthusiasts
Product Details
Title:
The Iliad
Author:
Homer
Publisher:
Fingerprint
SKU:
BK0352252
EAN:
9788175993440
Number Of Pages:
352
Language:
English
Binding:
Paperback
Country Of Origin:
India
Release date:
1 February 2016
About Author
Homer is known to have authored the first known literature of Europe. He is revered as one of the greatest of the ancient Greek epic poets in the Western classical tradition and is credited with the enduring epic tales of the Illiad and the Odyssey. Though when he lived is not known, it is estimated by Herodotus, a Greek historian, that Homer lived around 400 years before his own time. Through vividly portrayed characters and memorable descriptions of battles, Homer has glorified war in the Iliad. He also seems to hold up with the notion that the victory of military values overrides family life. Amidst everything else, Homer reminds the readers of the impermanence of mortals and their creations. The Iliad, written in dactylic or heroic hexameter, is among the oldest extant works of Western literature. Nearly all editions—ancient, modern and translations—are divided into twenty-four books. it continues to remain a rare classic with an extremely captivating lyrical beauty.
