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The Iliad is an epic poem written by the ancient Greek poet Homer, detailing the events of the Trojan War. This particular edition of the poem is translated into English by Edward the Earl of Derby, and is considered one of the most popular and well-regarded translations of the work. The story follows the Greek hero Achilles as he leads his army against the Trojans, and includes a wide cast of characters, including Hector, Priam, and Odysseus. The Iliad explores themes of honor, glory, and the consequences of war, and is widely regarded as one of the foundational works of Western literature. This edition includes a detailed introduction and footnotes to help readers understand the historical context and literary significance of the poem.Of Peleus' son, Achilles, sing, O Muse, The vengeance, deep and deadly; whence to Greece Unnumbered ills arose; which many a soul Of mighty warriors to the viewless shades Untimely sent; they on the battle plain Unburied lay, a prey to rav'ning dogs, And carrion birds; but so had Jove decreed.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.