The Iliad in 6 volumes

5RR Homer, translated by Mr. Pope, London, 1715. In 6 Volumes: 1-5 rebound, volume 6 in original binding. Notes The Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem attributed to the poet Homer, and it is one of the foundational works of Western literature. Traditionally dated to the 8th century BCE, it is set during the Trojan War, a conflict between the Greek (Achaean) forces and the Trojans, and it focuses primarily on a few weeks in the final year of the war. The Iliad's origins are rooted in the oral tradition of storytelling, passed down through generations before being transcribed into its current form. It reflects the cultural, social, and military values of ancient Greece and provides rich insights into the concepts of heroism, honor, and fate, themes that resonate throughout Western thought. The poem centers on the rage of Achilles, the greatest Greek warrior, who withdraws from battle after a dispute with Agamemnon, the Greek leader. This anger has profound consequences, leading to the d