Moving from non-fiction to Greek literature — looking for historical, insightful, and struggle-focused recommendations

Hey everyone,

I’ve mostly been a non-fiction reader so far — history, philosophy, psychology, self-development, etc. Now I want to explore Greek literature, but I want to start with books that still carry depth and meaning.

I’m especially looking for works that:

• offer strong historical context
• depict human struggles, resilience, and morality
• have wisdom and life lessons to take away
• explore human nature, conflict, or survival

I’m completely new to Greek literature, so beginner-friendly suggestions would be really helpful.

What would you recommend to start this journey?

Thanks in advance!