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Title: The Iliad

Note: Reading ease score: 71.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Note: Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook:
#51355 (Translated by George Chapman)
#6130 (Translated by Alexander Pope)
#16452 (Translated by William Cowper)
#22382 (Translated by Theodore Alois Buckley)
#6150 (Translated by Edward, Earl of Derby)
#3059 (Translated by Andrew Lang, Walter Leaf and Ernest Meyers)
#2199 (Translated by Samuel Butler)

Credits: Anne Soulard, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks, and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Iliad" by Homer is an epic poem traditionally attributed to the 8th century BC. The narrative centers around the breathtaking events of the Trojan War, focusing particularly on the wrath of Achilles, a Greek hero, as well as themes of honor, glory, and the interplay between mortals and deities. The work is often lauded as one of the cornerstones of Western literature, laying the foundation for numerous literary traditions and influences. The opening of "The Iliad" introduces readers to a world steeped in myth and legendary struggle, beginning with an invocation to the Muse, typical of epic poetry. It sets the stage for the conflict between the Greek and Trojan forces, highlighting Achilles' fierce pride and anguish over personal slights that lead to dire consequences on the battlefield. The text establishes a rich tapestry of characters, divine interventions, and emotional turmoil, beckoning readers to explore the complex relationships and moral dilemmas faced by the warriors of both sides. This immersion into the epic's grand themes and character-driven drama makes the opening a captivating precursor to the intense narrative that unfolds throughout the poem. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE

Annotator: Buckley, Theodore Alois, 1825-1856

Translator: Pope, Alexander, 1688-1744

EBook No.: 6130

Published: Jul 1, 2004

Downloads: 17926

Language: English

Subject: Classical literature

Subject: Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into English

Subject: Achilles (Mythological character) -- Poetry

Subject: Trojan War -- Poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Iliad

Note: Reading ease score: 71.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Note: Project Gutenberg has several editions of this eBook:
#51355 (Translated by George Chapman)
#6130 (Translated by Alexander Pope)
#16452 (Translated by William Cowper)
#22382 (Translated by Theodore Alois Buckley)
#6150 (Translated by Edward, Earl of Derby)
#3059 (Translated by Andrew Lang, Walter Leaf and Ernest Meyers)
#2199 (Translated by Samuel Butler)

Credits: Anne Soulard, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks, and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Summary: "The Iliad" by Homer is an epic poem traditionally attributed to the 8th century BC. The narrative centers around the breathtaking events of the Trojan War, focusing particularly on the wrath of Achilles, a Greek hero, as well as themes of honor, glory, and the interplay between mortals and deities. The work is often lauded as one of the cornerstones of Western literature, laying the foundation for numerous literary traditions and influences. The opening of "The Iliad" introduces readers to a world steeped in myth and legendary struggle, beginning with an invocation to the Muse, typical of epic poetry. It sets the stage for the conflict between the Greek and Trojan forces, highlighting Achilles' fierce pride and anguish over personal slights that lead to dire consequences on the battlefield. The text establishes a rich tapestry of characters, divine interventions, and emotional turmoil, beckoning readers to explore the complex relationships and moral dilemmas faced by the warriors of both sides. This immersion into the epic's grand themes and character-driven drama makes the opening a captivating precursor to the intense narrative that unfolds throughout the poem. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE

Annotator: Buckley, Theodore Alois, 1825-1856

Translator: Pope, Alexander, 1688-1744

EBook No.: 6130

Published: Jul 1, 2004

Downloads: 17926

Language: English

Subject: Classical literature

Subject: Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into English

Subject: Achilles (Mythological character) -- Poetry

Subject: Trojan War -- Poetry

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.