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One of the oldest extant works of Western literature, the Iliad is a timeless epic poem of great warriors trapped between their own heroic pride and the arbitrary, often vicious decisions of fate and the gods. Renowned scholar and acclaimed translator Peter Green captures the Iliad in all its surging thunder for a new generation of readers. Featuring an enticingly personal introduction, a detailed synopsis of each book, a wideranging glossary, and explanatory notes for the few puzzling intext items, the book also includes a select bibliography for those who want to learn more about Homer and the Greek epic. This landmark translationspecifically designed, like the oral original, to be read aloudwill soon be required reading for every student of Greek antiquity, and the great traditions of history and literature to which it gave birth.
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- Q: What is the main theme of The Iliad by Homer? A: The main theme of The Iliad revolves around the concepts of heroism, pride, fate, and the impact of the gods in human affairs. It explores the struggles of great warriors caught between their heroic ideals and the often cruel whims of fate.
- Q: Who is the translator of this edition of The Iliad? A: This edition of The Iliad is translated by renowned scholar Peter Green, who is known for his deep understanding of ancient texts and ability to render them accessible to modern readers.
- Q: What additional features does this translation include? A: This translation includes a personal introduction, a detailed synopsis of each book, a glossary, explanatory notes for in-text references, and a select bibliography for further reading on Homer and Greek epics.
- Q: Is The Iliad suitable for students? A: Yes, this translation of The Iliad is designed to be suitable for students of Greek antiquity and literature, making it an essential reading for those studying these subjects.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of The Iliad is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a classic feel, suitable for both reading and display.
- Q: How many pages does this edition have? A: This hardcover edition contains 608 pages, allowing for an in-depth exploration of the text.
- Q: When was this edition of The Iliad published? A: This edition of The Iliad was published on May 14, 2015.
- Q: What is the item condition of this book? A: The item condition of this book is 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: Is this edition the first edition of The Iliad? A: Yes, this is the first edition of The Iliad translated by Peter Green.
- Q: Can this book be read aloud? A: Yes, this translation is specifically designed to be read aloud, capturing the oral tradition of the original text.