Bloom's How to Write About Homer

Homer, the legendary Greek poet with the mysterious identity, is credited for the creation of the epic works The Iliad and The Odyssey , two of the foundational texts of Western literature. Through his transformative effect on epic and bardic poetry as well as his narrative technique and use of language and meter, Homer left an indelible mark on the literary canon. Bloom's How to Write about Homer gives students the guidance they need to compose effective essays on Homer and his works. This new offering includes sample paper topics and an introduction from esteemed critic Harold Bloom.