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Course Description

Reading Homers Iliad: War, Loss, and What It Means to Be Human | Explore themes such as honor, loss, fate, grief and compassion in Homers Iliad. See why this ancient Greek epic still matters and how it speaks to timeless questions about courage, suffering, responsibility and humanity. $33 includes $32 fee. Note: The Iliad, Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition, translated by Robert Fagles (ISBN 978-0-14-027536-0), is required. Requires membership in Peer Learning Partnership (PLP). Biannual membership is $30.

Learner Outcomes

Describe the main events, characters, and conflicts in Homers Iliad. Explain how the poem reflects the values and storytelling traditions of the ancient Greek world. Discuss important themes such as honor, loss, fate, grief, and compassion. Compare the choices and values of major characters such as Achilles, Hector, and Priam. Reflect on how the Iliad speaks to modern readers about war, suffering, and shared humanity.
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