Epic of the Earth: Reading Homer's Iliad in the Fight for a Dying World.

  • Published In: History Today, 2025, v. 75, n. 5. P. 97 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Bleach, Abigail 3 of 3

Abstract

In "Epic of the Earth: Reading Homer's Iliad in the Fight for a Dying World," Edith Hall explores the ecological themes in Homer's epic poem, arguing that it reveals the limits of environmental degradation and human exploitation of nature. Hall's ecocritical study of the Iliad connects the ancient text to contemporary environmental crises, emphasizing the need to reconsider literature in the context of current ecological challenges. By examining the poem's portrayal of warfare, labor, and human-nonhuman interactions, Hall highlights the relevance of the Iliad in understanding the complex relationship between humanity and the environment. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History Today. 2025/05, Vol. 75, Issue 5, p97
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0018-2753
  • Accession Number:184531075
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