The Iliad

I really don't understand how someone can read this and still deny the fact that Achilles and Patroclus were lovers. If my best friend died, sure I'd be sad and I would try and avenge them, but would I commit suicide until convinced to kill Hector instead? No, I wouldn't say that my friend's death was the end of my own life and I don't know anyone who would.

A fine translation, while very old, from latin instead of greek, and in prose. It's fine, basic, and interesting to see how the translation grows for those who are interested in that sort of thing.

I really did not enjoy reading this book. It might have been my least favorite book to read ever. Obviously, it's a classic though, and it was evident why as I dragged my way through it. Is it acceptable to recommend something I disliked so much?