The works of Homer

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The works of Homer

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The works of Homer, including the Iliad and the Odyssey, are epic poems that tell the stories of legendary heroes in a mythologized past. They are not intended as historical accounts and therefore do not provide realistic accounts of Greek history. They were also not intended as a blueprint for future political development. Additionally, while Mesopotamian myths may have influenced ancient Greek mythology to some extent, the works of Homer are not directly derived from Mesopotamian myths.

The Works of Homer