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Dive into The Iliad, one of the two monumental ancient Greek epic poems traditionally credited to Homer. Believed to have been composed in the 8th or 7th century BC, this timeless work is often regarded as the oldest surviving piece of literature in the Greek language, earning its place as the cornerstone of European literary tradition. While the authorship remains a topic of debate, as the poems exhibit signs of a rich oral storytelling history, The Iliad vividly recounts the gripping events of the final year of the siege of Troy, illuminating the complexities of war, heroism, and human ...

Alfred J. Church is renowned for his engaging retellings of classic literature, making them accessible for younger audiences. In The Iliad for Boys and Girls, he masterfully adapts Homers epic tale, immersing young readers in the dramatic events of the Trojan Wars final year. Join the adventure as Church brings the legendary characters and thrilling battles to life in a captivating way that will resonate with children and ignite their imagination. (Summary by Lizzie Driver)

"L'Iliade Per Tutti" è un podcast dedicato alla narrazione dell'Iliade condotto da Gioele Sasso de La Biblioteca di Alessandria, il canale YouTube per chi ama la Storia.

The Iliad of Homer. The Iliad, together with the Odyssey, is one of two ancient Greek epic poems traditionally attributed to Homer. The poem is commonly dated to the 8th or 7th century BC, and many scholars believe it is the oldest extant work of literature in the Greek language, making it the first work of European literature. The existence of a single author for the poems is disputed as the poems themselves show evidence of a long oral tradition and hence, multiple authors. The poem concerns events during the tenth and final year in the siege of the city of Iliun, or Troy, by the Greeks.