The Story of the Iliad - Church, Alfred John; Homer
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Experience the timeless saga of the "Iliad" in this carefully prepared edition of Alfred John Church's classic retelling. Delve into the heart of the Trojan War, a conflict immortalized in Greek mythology and epic poetry. This accessible version presents the core events and enduring themes of this pivotal moment in history and legend. Explore the heroic age, where gods and mortals clashed amidst the drama of a besieged city. Discover the powerful emotions and fateful decisions that shaped the destiny of heroes. This book provides a gateway to understanding the "Iliad"'s lasting impact on…mehr

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Experience the timeless saga of the "Iliad" in this carefully prepared edition of Alfred John Church's classic retelling. Delve into the heart of the Trojan War, a conflict immortalized in Greek mythology and epic poetry. This accessible version presents the core events and enduring themes of this pivotal moment in history and legend. Explore the heroic age, where gods and mortals clashed amidst the drama of a besieged city. Discover the powerful emotions and fateful decisions that shaped the destiny of heroes. This book provides a gateway to understanding the "Iliad"'s lasting impact on literature and our understanding of ancient civilizations. Journey back to a time of courage, conflict, and the enduring power of the human spirit. Perfect for readers of all ages interested in classic tales of adventure and mythology. 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 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. 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.
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Alfred John Church was an English classical scholar born in London on January 29, 1829. He was educated at King's College, London, and Lincoln College, Oxford. After completing his education, Church took holy orders and became an assistant master at Merchant Taylors' School, where he worked from 1857 to 1870. His career as a scholar and educator allowed him to contribute significantly to classical literature and education. Church is well-known for his retellings of ancient Greek epics, making these texts accessible to a wider audience. He authored works such as The Story of the Iliad and The Story of the Odyssey, which were intended for educational purposes, bringing classical stories to life for younger readers. Church's expertise in ancient languages and classical works made him a respected figure in his field. He passed away on April 27, 1912, at the age of 83, in Richmond, United Kingdom, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the field of classical studies. Church's contributions to literature and education continue to be recognized today.