Iliad - The Story of the Trojan War (World Library·Juvenile Edition)

Author: Homer Homer
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: This book is a fine representative of Greek epic poetry. It primarily describes a dramatic and heroic war, showcasing a tragic yet magnificent page of history. It reveals the cruelty of war and the preciousness of peace, expressing both the joy of victory and the sorrow of defeat. It portrays the achievements of heroes and the hardships of battle. It explores the relationship between humans and gods, examines human nature and value, evaluates the gains and losses of humans in war, and delves into the internal and external factors that drive people to act. On a literary plane where gods and humans intertwine, fact and imagination coexist, and the past and present blend, it conducts serious, thoughtful, and profound discussions on major issues that affect people's lives, shape their thoughts, and guide their behavior. This book provides an abridged version of the original text, accompanied by illustrations, making it more suitable for reading by young children.