The story of the Iliad by Alfred John Church and Homer
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| Author | Church, Alfred John, 1829-1912 |
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| Author | Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE |
| Title | The story of the Iliad |
| Original Publication | New York: The Macmillan Company, 1920. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Edited for school use. |
| Credits | Al Haines |
| Summary | "The Story of the Iliad" by Alfred John Church is a retelling of the ancient Greek epic poem, the Iliad, crafted for educational purposes during the early 20th century. This version focuses on the significant events of the Trojan War, highlighting the themes of heroism, honor, and the interplay of mortal and divine. The narrative centers around key figures such as Achilles, Hector, and Agamemnon, recounting their struggles during the protracted siege of Troy. The opening portion introduces the context of the story, describing the origins of the conflict that led to the Trojan War, mainly triggered by Paris's abduction of Helen, the wife of Menelaus. It establishes the weight of pride, vengeance, and themes of honor as Greek kings rally their forces to save Helen. Church outlines the initial quarrel between Achilles and Agamemnon, which sets the stage for the ensuing battles. The text touches on divine involvement through the gods, who take sides in the conflict, as well as the intense emotions and heroic ideals that characterize these legendary figures. Overall, it paints a vivid picture of the epic's foundational moments while preparing the reader for the larger narrative that follows. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Achilles (Mythological character) -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Trojan War -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 74231 |
| Release Date | Aug 12, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 163 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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