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4 Answers

Kate
Kate
I have been reading a lot of the ancient Greek literature lately, and 'The Iliad' is one of them that everyone should read. As it happens, 'The Iliad' is available on Kindle, and it is surprisingly good as an e-book. You can change the font size to make it easier to read for long periods of time. You can also easily switch between chapters in the Kindle e-book version, since 'The Iliad' is divided into books. Some of the versions of 'The Iliad' even have X-Ray, which gives you more information about the characters and provides insight into their actions and words. The Kindle version of 'The Iliad' can also be linked to an Audible audiobook, so you can switch back and forth between reading and listening to the story. I highly recommend it.
2025-07-13
Isla
Isla
For reading classics, such as ‘The Iliad’, in digital format, I find it really great to read them on my Kindle. There are many Kindle versions available on Amazon, often even cheaper than the paperback. Before you buy it, I recommend to check the sample. The translation is important to me, and so far my favorite translation of ‘The Iliad’ is the one by Stephen Mitchell. It’s really great to read. The highlights and notes function on the Kindle is also very practical to keep track of Achilles’ rage or Hector’s heroism and the many characters and themes in this epic.
2025-07-14
Brody
Brody
The Iliad is available as a Kindle download from Amazon. It’s been translated by several scholars, including Robert Fagles and most recently by Emily Wilson, and there are a variety of editions including some with introductions and with or without footnotes which can be very helpful for context.

I think Fagles does the best job of balancing poetry with readability. If someone were reading their first epic this would be a good choice because you can highlight passages and look up unknown words. You can get The Iliad Kindle Edition on Amazon right now for a very low price (many free versions as well). It’s a wonderful book that fits in your pocket.
2025-07-15
Abigail
Abigail
The Iliad by Homer is available on Kindle and I just finished reading it in about a week. There are many translations of The Iliad, so I picked one that I thought did a good job of conveying the author’s intent. The Caroline Alexander version that I read was great – straightforward and very engaging. The Kindle book is also light, so I read it on my phone or iPad during my daily commutes. A great book for classic fans.
2025-07-15

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