Iliad of Homer

Barbara Leonie Picard

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Iliad of Homer

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Barbara Leonie Picard

Reading Level 6 11MP Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if you could step back in time to ancient Greece and hear the thunder of battle, the clash of heroes, and the cries of gods? Imagine a world where warriors fight not just with swords but with courage and honor that echo through history. Who will rise, who will fall, and what secrets lie in the heart of this epic tale?

Themes

HistoricalPoetryAdventureAncient & ClassicalLiterary Criticism

Quick Assessment

This is a poetic retelling of Homer's Iliad, adapted for middle-grade readers aged 9-12. The book brings to life the legendary battles and heroic characters of ancient Greece, offering a timeless introduction to classical literature. While the story involves warfare and conflict, the language and themes are presented in a way that is accessible and appropriate for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11MP — Moderate — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

208 pages
ISBN
9780192745170
Pages
208
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Published
1980
Type
Fiction
Era
Modern Classic (1980)

Subjects

PoetryLiterary CriticismAncient & ClassicalHomer