The Iliad

A modern reader’s response to “The Iliad’s” Status of women “The Iliad” is a story of courage and war. Two friends torn apart by one’s stubbornness and a battle that was controlled by gods. “The Iliad” raises a big question on the status of women. The women in this story were used sexually, however the men couldn’t survive without the women. Women was not only demeaned, but were also a sense …

…women in today’s society or we really respected for our opinions, ideas and accomplishment or are we just used for sex, comfort, cooking, and taking care of the family? Overall the story was a good one but some major conflicts could have been easily resolved. The women in this story showed great strength, courage and honor. Therefore, the status of women in “The Iliad” isn’t either bad or good, but one of respect.