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The Iliad ( / ˈɪliəd /; [1] Ancient Greek: Ἰλιάς, romanized : Iliás, Attic Greek: [iː.li.ás]; " [a poem] about Ilion (Troy) ") is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is one of the oldest extant works of literature still widely read by modern audiences.
Jan 11, 2022 · “The Iliad“ (Gr: “Iliás“) is an epic poem by the ancient Greek poet Homer, which recounts some of the significant events of the final weeks of the Trojan War and the Greek siege of the city of Troy (which was also known as Ilion, Ilios or Ilium in ancient times).
May 28, 2024 · Frontispiece of Homer's Iliad, translated by John Ogilby, 1660; engraving by Wenceslas Hollar. (more) Iliad, epic poem in 24 books traditionally attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer. It takes the Trojan War as its subject, though the Greek warrior Achilles is its primary focus.
A short summary of Homer's The Iliad. This free synopsis covers all the crucial plot points of The Iliad.
The Iliad. By Homer. Written 800 B.C.E. Translated by Samuel Butler. The Iliad has been divided into the following sections: Download: A 789k text-only version is available for download . The Iliad by Homer, part of the Internet Classics Archive.
The Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem attributed to Homer, dating back to the 8th century BCE. The poem primarily focuses on the Trojan War and the heroic deeds and tragic fate of Achilles, the mightiest warrior of the Greek army.
The Iliad. By Homer. Written 800 B.C.E. Translated by Samuel Butler. Book I. Sing, O goddess, the anger of Achilles son of Peleus, that brought countless ills upon the Achaeans.
