of The Iliad of Homer also reveals the emotional effects of war on individuals; Hektor’s family is extremely affected by Hektor’s warrior duties. Hektor, as a hero, is aware of what his family is experiencing, and wishes to alleviate any grief. However, there is no conflict of returning to the war between the inner self and the outer hero because the aret embedded in Hektor prevails over any other force in his life. Homer emphasizes that the concept of Greek excellence can be the weakness of a hero in battle, as it was for Hektor. ...
