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"The Iliad of Homer", in this edition, stands as a cornerstone of Western literature, a timeless epic that recounts the tumultuous events of the Trojan War. Attributed to Homer, the ancient Greek poet, this sweeping narrative explores themes of honor, courage, fate, and the devastating consequences of war. The poem centers on the wrath of Achilles, a central figure in the conflict, and the battles and events that unfold during the siege of Troy. This edition offers readers a chance to delve into a foundational work that has influenced countless writers, artists, and thinkers throughout history. The vivid characters and dramatic episodes continue to resonate with audiences today, making "The Iliad" an enduring masterpiece of classical literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.