epic poetry, greek

The author uses portions of the "Iliad" to reveal how the forms and processes of art memorialize the grief and loss of war, and uses the Vietnam Memorial and writings of Stephen Crane and other authors to illustrate his views.

Presents biographical information on ancient Greek author Homer and profiles the "Iliad" and the "Odyssey," providing thematic analysis and excerpts of criticism; also includes primary and secondary bibliographies.

Homer's epic of the Trojan War, which follows proud Greek soldier Achill?s from his angry dispute with his king, Agamemnon, to his battle with Troy's great hero, Hector. Includes a pronunciation index.

A collection of critical essays and commentary on Homer's "The Odyssey.".

A complete translation of the Greek poem recounting the experience of Odysseus during his return from the Trojan War.