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scottishgremlin 's review for:
The Iliad
by Homer
adventurous
challenging
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was my first foray into epic poetry and I’m excited to see how the Odyssey compares. Wilson’s translation was concise and accessible, while still conveying all of the drama and lyrical nature of the poem. I found the books dealing with Achilles’ grief for Patrocles particularly impactful.
“Baby, I am The Iliad, of course you couldn’t read me” - Coming Of Age by Maisie Peters (Homer could never).
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, War
Moderate: Sexism