On the Comparatively Late Date and Composite Character of Our Iliad and Odyssey. From the Trans. Cambr. Phil. Society

<p>On the Comparatively Late Date and Composite Character of Our Iliad and Odyssey delves into a critical examination of Homer's epic poems the Iliad and the Odyssey. Authored by Frederick Apthorp Paley this work meticulously analyzes the texts to argue for a later date of composition and a composite authorship. Paley presents evidence and arguments drawn from textual analysis exploring inconsistencies and variations within the poems to support his thesis. This study provides valuable insights into the complexities surrounding the origins and development of these foundational works of Western literature. Scholars and enthusiasts of classical literature will find Paley's analysis thought-provoking and essential for understanding the ongoing debates about Homeric authorship and the historical context of the epics.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>