The Iliad of Homer: Books 16-24 (1886) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781167234705)

The Iliad of Homer: Books 16-24 is a classic epic poem that was originally written by the ancient Greek poet Homer. This particular edition of the book was published in 1886 and contains the final nine books of the epic. The Iliad tells the story of the Trojan War, a ten-year conflict between the Greeks and the Trojans. The main character of the poem is Achilles, a Greek warrior who is known for his strength and bravery. In Books 16-24, the story reaches its climax as the Greeks and Trojans engage in a final battle. The book is known for its vivid descriptions of battle scenes, as well as its exploration of themes such as honor, pride, and the consequences of war. This edition of The Iliad is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek literature and mythology.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.

Author: Homer
ISBN-10: 1167234707
ISBN-13: 9781167234705
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 438
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.28lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.89d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 11.3
Point Value: 25
Interest Level: Upper Grade
Quiz #/Name: 12787 / Iliad