Stories from the Iliad by H. L. Havell

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Author Havell, H. L. (Herbert Lord), -1913
Title Stories from the Iliad
Note Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Summary "Stories from the Iliad" by H. L. Havell is a retelling of Homer's epic poem set in the backdrop of the Trojan War, written in the early 20th century. This narrative focuses on the central theme of the wrath of Achilles and highlights the consequences of pride and honor among both the Greek and Trojan warriors. The book encapsulates the clash of human emotions and divine interventions, featuring notable characters like Achilles, Agamemnon, and Hector. At the start of the story, we witness the assembly of Greek leaders at their camp by the shores of Troy, where they discuss the pestilence sent by Apollo as a punishment for Agamemnon's arrogance. The priest Chryses begs for his daughter Chryseis' return, but Agamemnon's refusal leads to conflict with Achilles, culminating in Achilles withdrawing from battle. This opening sets the stage for the exploration of Achilles' rage, the ensuing downfall of the Greeks, and the fatalistic influence of the gods, establishing a compelling foundation for the epic's themes of honor, revenge, and the fate of warriors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Epic poetry, Greek -- Adaptations
Subject Tales -- Greece
Subject Achilles (Mythological character) -- Fiction
Subject Trojan War -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 43993
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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