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The Iliad Of Homer

The Iliad Of Homer

Pope, Alexander

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry

ISBN10: 1419167081
ISBN13: 9781419167089
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 17 2004
Pages: 692
Weight: 2.53
Height: 1.47 Width: 7.52 Depth: 9.34
Language: English
The Iliad of Homer, translated by Alexander Pope, is a classic epic poem that tells the story of the Trojan War. This version of the poem is written in English and is considered to be one of the most famous translations of the work. The story follows the Greek hero Achilles and his struggle with the Trojan prince Hector, as well as the other heroes and gods involved in the conflict. The poem is filled with action, drama, and themes of honor, pride, and the consequences of war. Pope's translation is known for its poetic language and vivid descriptions, making it a timeless masterpiece of literature.Even Ajax and Achilles heard the sound, Whose ships, remote, the guarded navy bound, Thence the black fury through the Grecian throng With horror sounds the loud Orthian song: The navy shakes, and at the dire alarms Each bosom boils, each warrior starts to arms. No more they sigh, inglorious to return, But breathe revenge, and for the combat burn.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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