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Homer's Iliad

The Basel Commentary

Book • 2018

Martha Krieter-Spiro

S. Douglas Olson

Benjamin Millis

This volume provides a detailed analysis of Book XIV of Homer's Iliad, known for the 'Dios apate' scene.

It includes linguistic, philological, and narratological insights, building on extensive Homeric scholarship.

The commentary is part of the Basel Commentary series, which updates and expands earlier works in the field.

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Victor Davis Hanson

Miriam Ropschitz

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