Iliad Essay | Essay

This student essay consists of approximately 5 pages of analysis of "The Iliad" and the Pursuit of Honor and Glory.
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Iliad Essay | Essay

This student essay consists of approximately 5 pages of analysis of "The Iliad" and the Pursuit of Honor and Glory.
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"The Iliad" and the Pursuit of Honor and Glory

Summary: Discussions the pursuit of honor and glory in "The Iliad."
The Iliad, which is an epic poem written about the Trojan War, was the first thing written in the European tradition. Astonishingly, its quality and appeal have yet to be surpassed. This is a result of Homer's use of idealistic themes, many of which show up in many modern novels. One of the most dominant themes present in The Iliad is the pursuit of honor and glory. Even though the Achaeans and Trojans are in a violent battle with one another, both display a similar attitude: the acquisition of glory is more important than life itself.

The Achaeans are more concerned with personal glory and achievement rather than the well-being of the city. Two Characters who definitely display this characteristic are Agamemnon and Achilles. Agamemnon is selfish and is only concerned with his own honor. This is seen almost immediately in the poem. In book one, during the...

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