McCullough, Colleen
The Song of Troy
- ISBN 13:
- 9781409118558
- author:
- McCullough, Colleen
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Orion
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 496
- Dimensions:
- 19.9 x 16.9 x 3.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Song of Troy by Colleen McCullough is a retelling of Homer's Iliad, set against the backdrop of the legendary Trojan War. This novel brings to life the tragic drama of the conflict between Greeks and Trojans, as well as the personal stories of its key characters. At its heart is the tale of Helen, a young woman whose passion for Paris leads to the downfall of her husband's kingdom and the fate of two nations hanging in the balance. The novel also explores the complex relationships between powerful figures such as King Agamemnon, his wife Klytemnestra, and their soothsaying mistress Cassandra. With its rich characters and epic scope, this novel offers a fresh perspective on one of history's most famous conflicts.
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