Castleden, Rodney
The Attack on Troy
- ISBN 13:
- 9781526766762
- author:
- Castleden, Rodney
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Pen & Sword Military
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 centimetres (0.22 kg
- Genre:
- History, Europe, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The Attack on Troy by Rodney Castleden A fresh examination of one of history's most enduring legends, this book delves into the truth behind the Trojan War. In 3300 years ago, Agamemnon led an attack on the city of Troy in western Anatolia, sparking a bloody siege that has captivated scholars for centuries. Drawing on both literary and archaeological evidence, Castleden reconsiders all the available information to establish the facts behind this ancient conflict. By separating myth from reality, he sheds new light on one of the most famous legends of the ancient world. With 165 pages of in-depth analysis, this book offers a historical basis for the Trojan War, providing a nuanced understanding of this pivotal moment in history.