“Command thy vassals, but command not me.”
Book:The Iliad of Homer
Quote by Homer
Work
The Iliad of Homer
The Iliad is an ancient Greek epic poem attributed to Homer, detailing the events of the Trojan War, focusing on the conflict between the Greeks and the Trojans. more
Author
Homer
Homer, according to limited information, was an ancient Greek poet, credited with authorship of the epic poems 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey'. His biography is not well-documented, with the exact dates of his birth and death unknown. His works have had a profound impact on Western literature. more
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