Saga and Song: An Introduction to Homer and the Iliad
The Pillars: Jerusalem, Athens, and the Western Mind
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Divine Conflicts and Mortal Alliances
This chapter explores the complex relationships among Zeus, Thetis, and Hera, centering on Thetis's plea for her son Achilles. As Zeus navigates his past obligations and familial conflicts, the dynamics of power and intervention lead to a brief reconciliation in the tumultuous world of the gods.
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