The Iliad came first, followed by The Odyssey. Both epic poems are attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer. The Iliad is believed to have been composed around the 8th century BCE, and it focuses on the events of the Trojan War, particularly the wrath of Achilles. The Odyssey, also composed in the 8th century BCE but likely a bit later, tells the story of Odysseus’s long journey home after the fall of Troy. These two works are foundational texts in Western literature and have had a profound influence on storytelling and culture.
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