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Part of the Chiltern Classics range. This edition of Homer's epic, Iliad, is from the Alexander Pope Translation, tells the story of the final year of the Trojan War. First written in the 8th century BC, after centuries of being passed on orally, the story follows the magnificent Greek warrior Achilles, as well as his rage and the destruction it causes. Homer's legendary account of this nine-year ordeal, is considered the greatest war story of all time and one of the most important works of Western literature. Chiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world's finest classic literature. These beautiful books are a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques. With wonderful original and detailed embossed covers, sparkling golden gilt edges, creamy paper, ribbon markers and stitched binding they are simply the most beautiful classics ever published.