Stories from the Iliad

"Stories from the Iliad" by H. L. Havell, retells the classic tale of the Trojan War, digging into the serious consequences of pride and the importance of honor. The story kicks off showing an argument between Achilles and Agamemnon that causes Achilles to withdraw from fighting. From there the story shows what it means to be honorable, to seek revenge, and reveals that even heroes are at the will of fate and the Gods. Key characters such as Achilles, Agamemnon and Hector show a mix of human emotions and times when the Gods step in to make things happen. The story shows the anger of Achilles and the problems that unfold for the Greeks after he leaves, making it clear why honor, revenge, and fate are big themes.