Homer's Iliad

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