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In this episode of The Troubadour Show, host Kirk Barbera welcomes teacher, literature coach, and art educator Luc Travers to explore Homer’s Iliad—the ancient Greek epic that helped shape Western civilization. Discover why The Iliad remains timeless: from Achilles’ legendary rage and Hector’s humanizing struggles, to the eternal questions of honor, glory, and empathy. Kirk and Luc dive deep into the epic’s most poignant moments, revealing how its lessons on life and death still resonate with readers today.

Join Kirk’s Literary Canon Club:
https://www.troubadour.studio/literary-canon-club
(A vibrant community dedicated to reading and discussing the greatest works of literature.)

Connect with Luc Travers:

Website: LiteratureAtOurHouse.com
Art Book: Touching the Art – A unique guide to understanding and appreciating paintings and sculpture.