| Author |
Homer, 751? BCE-651? BCE |
| Translator |
Christopoulos, Athanasios, 1771-1847 |
| Title |
Ιλιάδος Ραψωδία Α: Μεταφρασθείσα εις δημοτικούς στίχους
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| Alternate Title |
Iliad Rhapsody A: Translated in dimotiki in verse
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| Credits |
Produced by Sophia Canoni
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| Summary |
"Iλιάδος Ραψωδία A: Μεταφρασθείσα εις δημοτικούς στίχους" by Homer is an ancient epic poem, specifically the first song of the "Iliad," translated into modern Greek verse. This work is believed to have been composed during the 8th century BC, which places it in the early classical period of Greek literature. The poem centers around the theme of rage, particularly focusing on the conflict between Achilles, the greatest Greek warrior, and Agamemnon, the leader of the Greek forces during the Trojan War. The opening of the translation sets the stage for the tale of Achilles' anger, invoking the Muse to sing of the strife between Achilles and Agamemnon, which results in devastation for the Achaeans. We witness a crisis provoked by Agamemnon's decision to dishonor Achilles by taking Briseis, Achilles' war prize. This conflict leads to divine intervention, with Apollo sending a plague upon the Achaeans as a consequence of Agamemnon's actions. The tension escalates as Achilles contemplates his response, initiating a central theme of pride and honor that will unfold throughout the epic. The prelude is rich in descriptions and emotions, establishing the grave tones of war and the personal grievances that will drive the narrative forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Greek |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Achilles (Mythological character) -- Poetry
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| Subject |
Trojan War -- Poetry
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| Subject |
Epic poetry, Greek -- Translations into Modern Greek
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
31669 |
| Release Date |
Mar 16, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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