The Iliad

Homer

• Publisher: Viremont Books
• Year: 2026
• Topic: Literature
• eBook ISBN:
  9782276223789
• Subtopic: Literary Collections
• Index: Literature

The Iliad by Homer Step into the legendary world of ancient Greece with The Iliad, one of the greatest epic poems ever written. At the heart of this timeless masterpiece is the Trojan War—a devastating conflict between the Greeks and the Trojans that becomes a stage for heroism, pride, love, betrayal, divine intervention, and the tragic consequences of human anger. The story follows Achilles, the greatest warrior of the Greek army, whose fierce pride and conflict with Agamemnon lead him to withdraw from battle. As the war rages on and the Trojans gain strength under the leadership of the noble Prince Hector, Achilles must confront the consequences of his choices and the devastating power of his own rage. Alongside these legendary warriors stand unforgettable figures such as Helen, Paris, Odysseus, Priam, and countless gods and goddesses whose rivalries and interventions shape the fate of mortals. More than a story about war, The Iliad explores the deepest questions of human existence. What is the price of glory? Can honor survive the brutality of battle? How do pride, grief, friendship, love, and revenge shape the human heart? Through its unforgettable characters and powerful storytelling, Homer reveals both the grandeur and the terrible cost of heroism. This enduring epic continues to captivate readers thousands of years after it was first composed. Its themes of courage, mortality, loyalty, loss, and the search for meaning remain as relevant today as they were in the ancient world. Whether you are discovering Homer for the first time or returning to this classic, The Iliad offers a profound journey into mythology, history, warfare, and the timeless complexities of human nature. Experience the epic tale that has influenced literature, art, philosophy, and storytelling for generations—and enter the world of heroes whose names have echoed across history.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title Page
• Copyright
• Contents
• Preface
• 1. THE CONTENTION OF ACHILLES AND AGAMEMNON
• 2. THE TRIAL OF THE ARMY AND CATALOGUE OF THE FORCES
• 3. THE DUEL OF MENELAUS AND PARIS
• 4. THE BREACH OF THE TRUCE, AND THE FIRST BATTLE
• 5. THE ACTS OF DIOMED
• 6. THE EPISODES OF GLAUCUS AND DIOMED, AND OF HECTOR AND ANDROMACHE
• 7. THE SINGLE COMBAT OF HECTOR AND AJAX
• 8. THE SECOND BATTLE, AND THE DISTRESS OF THE GREEKS
• 9. THE EMBASSY TO ACHILLES
• 10. THE NIGHT ADVENTURE OF DIOMED AND ULYSSES
• 11. THE THIRD BATTLE, AND THE ACTS OF AGAMEMNON
• 12. THE BATTLE AT THE GRECIAN WALL
• 13. THE FOURTH BATTLE CONTINUED, IN WHICH NEPTUNE ASSISTS THE GREEKS. THE ACTS OF IDOMENEUS
• 14. JUNO DECEIVES JUPITER BY THE GIRDLE OF VENUS
• 15. THE FIFTH BATTLE, AT THE SHIPS; AND THE ACTS OF AJAX
• 16. THE SIXTH BATTLE: THE ACTS AND DEATH OF PATROCLUS
• 17. THE SEVENTH BATTLE, FOR THE BODY OF PATROGLUS. THE ACTS OF MENELAUS
• 18. THE GRIEF OF ACHILLES, AND NEW ARMOUR MADE HIM BY VULCAN
• 19. THE RECONCILIATION OF ACHILLES AND AGAMEMNON
• 20. THE BATTLE OF THE GODS, AND THE ACTS OF ACHILLES
• 21. THE BATTLE IN THE RIVER SCAMANDER
• 22. THE DEATH OF HECTOR
• 23. FUNERAL GAMES IN HONOUR OF PATROCLUS
• 24. THE REDEMPTION OF THE BODY OF HECTOR