Saga and Song: An Introduction to Homer and the Iliad
The Pillars: Jerusalem, Athens, and the Western Mind
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The Rallying Call: Leadership and Divine Manipulation in the Iliad
This chapter explores the pivotal events leading to the battle in the Iliad, focusing on Agamemnon's leadership struggles and the efforts of Odysseus and Nestor to unite the troops. It also examines the complex interactions between gods and mortals, alongside themes of beauty, jealousy, and morality as portrayed by Homer.
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