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The Iliad for Boys and Girls by Alfred J. Church

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Echoing Homer’s epic poem The Iliad, Church offers a simplified rendering of the classic siege of Troy, as he retells the story which is regarded as one of the greatest masterpieces of Western literature. The Iliad for Boys and Girls is written in an easy to follow style that is certain to provide clarity to the otherwise perplexing tale presented in Homer’s original. Furthermore, the tale explores various themes including the destructive nature of pride, grueling revenge, honor, and the capricious interference of the Ancient Greek gods in temporal affairs.Set in the tenth year of the Trojan War, the story unfolds when the Greek commander in chief Agamemnon and his unrivaled warrior Achilles find themselves in disagreement over a beautiful maiden who is held captive. Insulted for having to give up the girl, Achilles is overwhelmed by fury as he decides to withdraw from fighting in the war as a means to spite Agamemnon for his inconsiderate demand. Additionally, he desires to witness

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Language:

en-us

Release Date:

09/23/2020 04:46:18

Authors:

Loyal Books

Genres:

kids

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Episodes

    01 – Of How the War with Troy Began

    Release Date: 1/2/2024

    Duration: 158 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    02 – The Quarrel

    Release Date: 1/1/2024

    Duration: 574 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    03 – What Thetis Did for Her Son

    Release Date: 12/31/2023

    Duration: 343 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    04 – The Duel of Paris and Menelaus

    Release Date: 12/30/2023

    Duration: 635 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    05 – How the Oath Was Broken

    Release Date: 12/29/2023

    Duration: 293 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    06 – The Great Deeds of Diomed

    Release Date: 12/28/2023

    Duration: 470 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    07 – Concerning Other Valiant Deeds

    Release Date: 12/27/2023

    Duration: 472 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    08 – Of Glaucus and Diomed

    Release Date: 12/26/2023

    Duration: 439 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    09 – Hector and Andromache

    Release Date: 12/25/2023

    Duration: 624 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    10 – How Hector and Ajax Fought

    Release Date: 12/24/2023

    Duration: 705 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    11 – The Battle on the Plain

    Release Date: 12/23/2023

    Duration: 1082 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    12 – The Repentance of Agmemnon

    Release Date: 12/22/2023

    Duration: 540 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    13 – The Embassy to Achilles

    Release Date: 12/21/2023

    Duration: 780 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    14 – The Story of Old Pheonix

    Release Date: 12/20/2023

    Duration: 780 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    15 – The Adventure Of Diomed and Ulysses

    Release Date: 12/19/2023

    Duration: 790 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    16 – The Wounding Of The Chiefs

    Release Date: 12/18/2023

    Duration: 678 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    17 – The Battle At The Wall

    Release Date: 12/17/2023

    Duration: 714 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    18 – The Battle At The Ships

    Release Date: 12/16/2023

    Duration: 870 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    19 – The Deeds And Death of Patroclus

    Release Date: 12/15/2023

    Duration: 871 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    20 – The Rousing Of Achillies

    Release Date: 12/14/2023

    Duration: 760 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    21 – The Making Of The Arms

    Release Date: 12/13/2023

    Duration: 493 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    22 – The Quarrel Ended

    Release Date: 12/12/2023

    Duration: 380 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    23 – The Battle At The River

    Release Date: 12/11/2023

    Duration: 637 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    24 – The Slaying Of Hector

    Release Date: 12/10/2023

    Duration: 991 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    25 – The Ransoming Of Hector & The End Of Troy

    Release Date: 12/9/2023

    Duration: 699 Mins

    Authors: Alfred J. Church

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    Is Closed Captioned: No

    Explicit: No

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