The ILIAD is an epic poem written by the ancient Greek poet Homer, which tells the story of the Trojan War. It is considered one of the greatest works of literature of all time and is often referred to as the 'Trojan War Epic Poem'. The poem is composed of 24 books and is written in dactylic hexameter. It follows the events of the war, focusing on the battles between the Achaeans and Trojans, and the wrath of Achilles.