by Homer · Wordsworth Editions Ltd · tapa blanda · ISBN 9781853262425
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«The Iliad» is Homer's epic poem, published by Wordsworth Editions Ltd in paperback (448 pages, in English).
The work narrates the wrath of Achilles during the siege of Troy, his confrontation with Agamemnon and the consequences of his withdrawal from battle for the Greek army; amid battles, alliances and struggles among gods, the poem shows the pride, fate and glory of heroes.
It belongs to the Wordsworth Classics collection, is offered complete and unabridged, and includes George Chapman's verse translation, with introduction and notes by Adam Roberts.
Intended for readers of classical literature and students wishing to approach Greek epic poetry with an annotated edition in English.
Homer was an ancient Greek poet who is widely credited as the author of the Iliad and the Odyssey, two epic poems that are foundational works of ancient Greek literature. Although his life and authorship remain obscure, Homer was highly revered in ancient Greek society and is considered one of the most influential authors in history.
