Dolan, John
The War Nerd Iliad
- ISBN 13:
- 9781627310505
- author:
- Dolan, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Feral House
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 260
- Dimensions:
- 22.61 x 15.24 x 1.78 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Classics, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The War Nerd Iliad by John Dolan and Óμηρος is a fresh retelling of Homer's ancient epic. This version strips away archaic language to reveal the true meaning and themes that animate this tale of war and futility. The result is a raw, funny, and terrifying portrayal of a doomed world in conflict. Dolan's work under his pseudonym "Gary Brecher The War Nerd" has been met with both acclaim and controversy, but his version of The Iliad lets the action tell the story without saccharine romance. This is an astute observation of modern warfare applied to one of the most documented battles in history. By removing the usual embellishments, Dolan's retelling brings a new level of clarity to this ancient tale. With co-author Óμηρος, he produces a unique and thought-provoking interpretation that sheds light on the true nature of war and its enduring themes.
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