Synopsis
The original CliffsNotes study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format.
Homer's classic Greek epic, The Iliad, plunges you into the midst of the battle of Troy as swords flash and ancient angers flare â and CliffsNotes is at your side through the fray to shield you from being unprepared for class discussion. CliffsNotes character analyses and critical essays delve into the depths of well-fueled feuds and fatal choices to explain the context of the heroic exploits of Achilles, Agamemnon, Hektor, and Priam. As Achaians fight Trojans to the bitter end for the hand of fair Helen, turn to CliffsNotes on The Iliad for plot summaries and commentaries that make sense of the themes of strife and reconciliation in this fast-action work of classic literature.
Other features that help you figure out this important work include
- A close look at the author's life, which offers insight into his writing
- A background of the epic poem, to help you understand the setting
- List of characters and their descriptions
- A map that diagrams the relationships among the characters
- Glossaries to help you fully understand the poem
- A review section that tests your knowledge, and suggested essay topics
Classic literature or modern modern-day treasure â you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.
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From the Back Cover
One of the most important poems of all time, The Iliad is an epic that deals with a sliver of the Trojan War, its tenth year. From this poem we derive much of our understanding of the ancient world. It also sets a standard of literature that is rarely matched.
About the Author
Bob Linn is Chairman of the English Department at Calhoun High School in Calhoun, Georgia. He has a PhD from the Univer-sity of South Carolina.
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