ILIAD & ODYSSEY - Homerhe Iliad and The Odyssey are two of the oldest works of western literatureyet these ancient myths still offer powerful lessons for our times. From the fascinating fall of Troy to Odysseus perilous journey home, from the gods and goddesses to the Sirens and the suitors, the events and characters of these epic tales captivate us, teach us, and inspire us. Their influence can be seen far and wide, from James Joyces Ulysses to the movie sensation Troy,