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The Iliad

The Ancients

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The Heartbreak of Duty: Hector and Andromache's Farewell

This chapter explores the deep emotional connection between Hector and Andromache, as she pleads with him to reconsider his role in battle. It also examines the devastating impact of war through Hector's death and Priam's sorrowful request for his son's body, emphasizing themes of loss and shared humanity.

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