epic_poem

iliad

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Properties

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author
Homer
description
One of Homer's two major epic poems, traditionally attributed to him, which was later found to contain significant historical elements through archaeological discoveries.
genre
epic poetry

Relationships

  • incorporatesMyth
    description
    The Iliad, as part of Homer's poems, incorporated myths prevalent in the ancient world.
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    of the myths which he found afloat in the air of the old world he lived in,
  • contains elements ofHistory
    description
    Archaeological discoveries by Schliemann revealed that the Iliad contained verifiable historical elements.
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    so much in the Iliad and the Odyssey that may be called history.
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    2026-03-01T21:18:41.412Z
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