Homer's Iliad is considered to be one of the greatest literary works of antiquity. This epic poem, which is divided into 24 books that correspond to the 24 letters of the Greek alphabet, deals with the pivotal final phase of the Trojan War and its consequences. The central figure of The Iliad is the warrior hero Achilles, son of Peleus (a mortal) and Thetis (a sea goddess). When given the option, Achilles bravely chooses a short and glorious life in war over a long life devoid of heroic glory. The Iliad depicts the Trojan War as more than just a clash between Greeks and non-Greeks; the gods are both keen observers and active participants in the conflict. In this magnificent epic, the themes of love, friendship, honour, fate, and will are explored.