The Iliad of Homer, According to the Text of Wolf: With Notes for the Use of Schools and Colleges (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Homer

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266580939 ISBN 13: 9780266580935

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A complete, student‑friendly edition of the Iliad for study and reference.

This edition presents Homer’s epic text with an editor’s notes and scholarly apparatus designed for classrooms and independent study.

Structured to aid readers new to Homer and seasoned students alike, it provides historical and geographical context, concise explanations of mythological and literary references, and careful textual guidance. The notes aim to illuminate passages without overwhelming the reader, helping learners navigate the poem’s world, characters, and events with confidence.

• Clear notes on places, people, and mythological references to support comprehension.
• Archaeological and geographical detail drawn from prominent authorities to ground the text in its world.
• Aimed at school and college use, with a balance between thorough annotation and readability.
• Prefaces, indexes, and a focused apparatus to help you locate and understand key passages.

Ideal for readers of Homer’s Iliad who want a well‑organized study edition that supports classroom work and independent reading alike.

About this title

About the Author

Homer is celebrated as the greatest of ancient Greek epic poets. These epics lie at the beginning of the Western canon of literature, and have had an enormous influence on the history of literature.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266580939
• ISBN 13: 9780266580935
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 738