02285cam a22003373u 4500 74231 UtSlPG 20260610134722.0 m cr n 260607r20241920utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Church, Alfred John, 1829-1912 The story of the Iliad Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Edited for school use. Release date is 2024-08-12 Al Haines "The Story of the Iliad" by Alfred John Church is a retelling of the ancient Greek epic poem, the Iliad, crafted for educational purposes during the early 20th century. This version focuses on the significant events of the Trojan War, highlighting the themes of heroism, honor, and the interplay of mortal and divine. The narrative centers around key figures such as Achilles, Hector, and Agamemnon, recounting their struggles during the protracted siege of Troy. The opening portion introduces the context of the story, describing the origins of the conflict that led to the Trojan War, mainly triggered by Paris's abduction of Helen, the wife of Menelaus. It establishes the weight of pride, vengeance, and themes of honor as Greek kings rally their forces to save Helen. Church outlines the initial quarrel between Achilles and Agamemnon, which sets the stage for the ensuing battles. The text touches on divine involvement through the gods, who take sides in the conflict, as well as the intense emotions and heroic ideals that characterize these legendary figures. Overall, it paints a vivid picture of the epic's foundational moments while preparing the reader for the larger narrative that follows. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: New York: The Macmillan Company, 1920 Achilles (Mythological character) -- Juvenile literature Trojan War -- Juvenile literature Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74231 114956 114956