561 Homer and His Iliad (with Robin Lane Fox) | A Quick Hit of Witches (with Katherine Howe)
The History of Literature
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Similes in the Iliad: Heroes and Composition
This chapter delves into the nuanced use of similes in Homer's Iliad, highlighting the contrast between aristocratic heroes and common people. It also addresses the debate over Homer's authorship, arguing for the unity of the poem against the notion of it being a collection of disparate songs.
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