Homer And History (1915)

by Walter Leaf

Book Overview

Homer and History is a book written by Walter Leaf and first published in 1915. The book explores the relationship between the Homeric epics and history, delving into the historical context in which the Iliad and the Odyssey were composed. Leaf argues that while the Homeric poems are works of fiction, they are rooted in historical events and reflect the cultural and social values of their time. The book also examines the role of the Homeric poems...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104867680
• ISBN13: 9781104867683
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"