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Homer: Iliad 1

Homer: Iliad 1( )
Author: Homer,
Edited and Translated by: Pulleyn, Simon
ISBN:978-0-19-924279-5
Publication Date:Mar 2001
Publisher:Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Book Format:Hardback
List Price:USD $70.00
Book Description:

Iliad I provides the commentary and student aids lacking in other publications on Homer's work. It has a detailed introductory section, highlighting key aspects of the text. The Commentary is designed to be accessible to those who are new to Homer but the material addressed will also be of interest to advanced readers. The Greek text is printed with a facing literal English translation and a full glossary is available.

Book Details
Pages:320
Detailed Subjects: Fiction / Literary
Physical Dimensions (W X L X H):5.4 x 8.4 x 1 Inches
Book Weight:1.05 Pounds
Author Biography
Homer (Author)
Homer is the author of The Iliad and The Odyssey, the two greatest Greek epic poems. Nothing is known about Homer personally; it is not even known for certain whether there is only one true author of these two works. Homer is thought to have been an Ionian from the 9th or 8th century B.C. While historians argue over the man, his impact on literature, history, and philosophy is so significant as to be almost immeasurable.

The Iliad relates the tale of the Trojan War, about the war between Greece and Troy, brought about by the kidnapping of the beautiful Greek princess, Helen, by Paris. It tells of the exploits of such legendary figures as Achilles, Ajax, and Odysseus. The Odyssey recounts the subsequent return of the Greek hero Odysseus after the defeat of the Trojans. On his return trip, Odysseus braves such terrors as the Cyclops, a one-eyed monster; the Sirens, beautiful temptresses; and Scylla and Charybdis, a deadly rock and whirlpool. Waiting for him at home is his wife who has remained faithful during his years in the war. Both the Iliad and the Odyssey have had numerous adaptations, including several film versions of each.

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