Publisher's Synopsis
This adaptation of The Iliad by Homer is faithful to Samuel Butler's translation. This edition uses the Roman versions of the names of gods, and goddesses and heroes. A full reference index with pronunciation guide and glossary is included.
The pages are divided into two columns of text and lines are short and often divided by punctuation such as a comma, period, or question mark, etc., which can make for fast and easy reading. This adaptation is in the stacked prose format that breaks up lines of text in the way you would read them aloud and is ideal for dramatic reading.
Paragraphs are preceded by Butler's paragraph line numbers, but empty lines are inserted instead of paragraph indents. This adaptation makes the story easy to read without the hyphenation of words at the ends of lines. The human eye may get tired reading across a wide line of text, but when lines are short, the reading can be faster. The original Page Headings are included with references to Book and Chapter numbers.
Lists of the parentage of sons and daughters are included. A description of the suitors and what happened to them is included. The original preface by Samuel Butler is retained as well as the illustrations and photos.
Companion volume in this Roman Names Edition set:
The Odyssey Translated by Samuel Butler: Roman Names Edition
Companion volumes with Greek Names for gods, goddesses and heroes:
The Iliad Translated by Samuel Butler: Greek Names Edition
The Odyssey Translated by Samuel Butler: Greek Names Edition
