The Iliad of Homer [videorecording] /
Elizabeth Vandiver.
- Chantilly, Va. : Teaching Co., 1999.
- 2 videodiscs : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 course guide (i, 70 p. ; 19 cm.)
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Part 1. Lecture 1. Introduction to Hemeric epic -- Lecture 2. The Homeric question -- Lecture 3. Glory, honor and the wrath of Achillies -- Lecture 4. Within the walls of Troy -- Lecture 5. The embassy to Achilles -- Lecture 6. The paradox of glory -- Lecture 7. The role of the gods -- Lecture 8. The longest day -- Lecture 9. The death of Patroklos -- Lecture 10. Achilles returns to battle -- Lecture 11. Achilles and Hector -- Lecture 12. Enemies' tears, Achilles and Priam.
Elizabeth Vandiver, lecturer.
Dr. Vandiver introduces the great epic of ancient Greeks, the Iliad. She addresses critical and interpretative issues, and gives background information on cultural assumptions.