The Iliad of Homer

Experience Homer's epic poem, The Iliad, in this illustrated paperback edition featuring Richard Lattimore's renowned translation. This edition is designed for contemporary readers, offering a faithful rendition of the ancient Greek text while incorporating supplementary materials to enhance understanding.

Key Features:

• Faithful translation by Richard Lattimore, a gold standard for generations.
• Illustrated format to bring the epic to life.
• New introduction by classicist Richard Martin, providing context on Greek life, warfare, society, and poetry.
• Line-by-line notes for explanations of unfamiliar terms, Greek gods and heroes, and literary appreciation.
• Includes a glossary and maps to aid comprehension.
• Focuses on the devastating rage of Achilles and the heroes of the Trojan War.

Specifications:

• Author: Homer
• Translator: Richard Lattimore
• Introduction: Richard P. Martin
• Binding: Paperback
• Format: Illustrated
• Edition: Illustrated
• Language: English
• Print Length: 606 pages
• Publication Date: November 15, 2011
• Dimensions: 13.97 x 3.48 x 21.59 cm
• Weight: 1.05 kg
• ISBN-10: 0226470490
• ISBN-13: 978-0226470498

This edition of The Iliad invites readers to fully grasp the world of Homer and his heroes, from the rage of Achilles to the fates of Hektor, Ajax, Paris, and Helen.