Homer The Iliad - Classical World Author:William Allan This book offers a clear and stimulating introduction to Homer's Iliad, the greatest poem of Western culture. It discusses central aspects of the work (including the tradition of oral poetry, the epic's depiction of heroism, the gods, and gender roles, as well as its style and structure) and guides the reader in understanding the skill and profu... more »ndity of Homer's achievement. This introduction is ideal for undergraduates and students in the upper forms of schools, but it requires no knowledge of ancient Greek and is intended for all readers interested in Homer.« less