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Title: Ιλιάδος Ραψωδία Α: Μεταφρασθείσα εις δημοτικούς στίχους

Alternate Title: Iliad Rhapsody A: Translated in dimotiki in verse

Credits: Produced by Sophia Canoni

Summary: "Iλιάδος Ραψωδία A: Μεταφρασθείσα εις δημοτικούς στίχους" by Homer is an ancient epic poem, specifically the first song of the "Iliad," translated into modern Greek verse. This work is believed to have been composed during the 8th century BC, which places it in the early classical period of Greek literature. The poem centers around the theme of rage, particularly focusing on the conflict between Achilles, the greatest Greek warrior, and Agamemnon, the leader of the Greek forces during the Trojan War. The opening of the translation sets the stage for the tale of Achilles' anger, invoking the Muse to sing of the strife between Achilles and Agamemnon, which results in devastation for the Achaeans. We witness a crisis provoked by Agamemnon's decision to dishonor Achilles by taking Briseis, Achilles' war prize. This conflict leads to divine intervention, with Apollo sending a plague upon the Achaeans as a consequence of Agamemnon's actions. The tension escalates as Achilles contemplates his response, initiating a central theme of pride and honor that will unfold throughout the epic. The prelude is rich in descriptions and emotions, establishing the grave tones of war and the personal grievances that will drive the narrative forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE

Translator: Christopoulos, Athanasios, 1771-1847

EBook No.: 31669

Published: Mar 16, 2010

Downloads: 65

Language: Greek

Subject: Achilles (Mythological character) -- Poetry

Subject: Trojan War -- Poetry

Subject: Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into Modern Greek

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Ιλιάδος Ραψωδία Α: Μεταφρασθείσα εις δημοτικούς στίχους

Alternate Title: Iliad Rhapsody A: Translated in dimotiki in verse

Credits: Produced by Sophia Canoni

Summary: "Iλιάδος Ραψωδία A: Μεταφρασθείσα εις δημοτικούς στίχους" by Homer is an ancient epic poem, specifically the first song of the "Iliad," translated into modern Greek verse. This work is believed to have been composed during the 8th century BC, which places it in the early classical period of Greek literature. The poem centers around the theme of rage, particularly focusing on the conflict between Achilles, the greatest Greek warrior, and Agamemnon, the leader of the Greek forces during the Trojan War. The opening of the translation sets the stage for the tale of Achilles' anger, invoking the Muse to sing of the strife between Achilles and Agamemnon, which results in devastation for the Achaeans. We witness a crisis provoked by Agamemnon's decision to dishonor Achilles by taking Briseis, Achilles' war prize. This conflict leads to divine intervention, with Apollo sending a plague upon the Achaeans as a consequence of Agamemnon's actions. The tension escalates as Achilles contemplates his response, initiating a central theme of pride and honor that will unfold throughout the epic. The prelude is rich in descriptions and emotions, establishing the grave tones of war and the personal grievances that will drive the narrative forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE

Translator: Christopoulos, Athanasios, 1771-1847

EBook No.: 31669

Published: Mar 16, 2010

Downloads: 65

Language: Greek

Subject: Achilles (Mythological character) -- Poetry

Subject: Trojan War -- Poetry

Subject: Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into Modern Greek

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.