The ILIAD is an ancient Greek epic poem written by Homer in the 8th century BC. It tells the story of the ten-year siege of Troy by the Greeks, and features the legendary hero Achilles. The poem also features the city of Paris, who is a prince of Troy and the son of King Priam. Paris plays a major role in the story, as he is responsible for the abduction of Helen of Sparta, which leads to the war between the Greeks and the Trojans.