The Iliad of Homer is an epic poem that tells the story of the Trojan War. It is believed to have been written by the ancient Greek poet Homer in the 8th century BC. The poem is divided into 24 books and follows the events of the war, including the quarrel between Achilles and Agamemnon, the Trojan prince Hector's battles with the Greeks, and the eventual fall of Troy. The Iliad is a masterpiece of ancient Greek literature, known for its vivid descriptions of battle scenes and its exploration of themes such as honor, pride, and the human condition. The poem has had a lasting impact on Western culture and continues to be studied and admired by scholars and readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.