Homer's Iliad
Également connu sous : Homer's Iliad, Homer Iliad
Culture culture/literature Basic Mis à jour: 2026-03-06
Voir dans le journal 2 mentions Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-05 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-01-06
Overview
Homer's epic poem about the Trojan War that Marie finishes reading on January 6, 1874.
Educational Context
Part of Marie's classical education - reading ancient Greek literature in French translation was standard for educated young women of her class.
Marie's Response
Her exclamation "Miserere!" after finishing suggests either exhaustion from the lengthy work or emotional response to the tragic ending.
Research Needed
- Which French translation she was reading
- Her tutor for classical literature
- Other classical works in her reading list
- Her thoughts on the work beyond this brief mention