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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Jason's voyage in search of the Golden Fleece became one of the ancient world's defining stories-a journey of heroes and kings, treacherous seas and impossible trials, divine favour and human betrayal. Sent by the usurping King Pelias on a mission intended to end in his death, Jason assembles an extraordinary company and boards the newly built Argo. Among his companions are Heracles, Orpheus, Castor and Polydeuces, Peleus, Telamon and the winged sons of the North Wind. Together they cross the ancient Mediterranean and Black Sea worlds, confronting murderous rulers, supernatural creatures, the Clashing Rocks and the dangers of an unfamiliar coast. Yet the Golden Fleece cannot be won through heroic strength alone. In Colchis, Jason encounters Medea, daughter of King Aeetes and granddaughter of the Sun. Her knowledge protects him from the fire-breathing bulls, defeats the warriors born from dragon's teeth and overcomes the sleepless serpent guarding the fleece. Her help secures Jason's triumph-but requires her to abandon her family, homeland and former life. Drawing carefully upon the surviving ancient sources, Jason and the Argonauts follows the complete story from the origins of the Golden Fleece to the building of the Argo, the gathering of Greece's heroes, the trials in Colchis and the dangerous voyage home. It also explores the real geography and ancient societies behind the legend while clearly distinguishing literary tradition from verifiable historical and archaeological evidence. More than an adventure, this is a story of contested kingship, collective heroism and promises whose consequences outlived the voyage itself. Jason wins the prize, but Medea makes victory possible-and the cost of that victory follows them long after the Argo returns. Disclaimer: This is an independent work of historical and literary commentary based upon ancient mythology, classical literature, archaeology and historical scholarship. Mythological characters, ancient works and traditional narratives discussed in this book belong to the cultural and literary heritage of antiquity and are in the public domain. This publication is not affiliated with, authorised by, endorsed by or sponsored by any publisher, academic institution, museum, media company, estate, rights holder or organisation associated with any modern edition, translation, adaptation or portrayal of Jason, Medea, the Argonauts or the Argonautica. Any trademarks, institutional names or titles referenced remain the property of their respective owners and are used solely for identification, historical discussion and commentary. The book distinguishes ancient literary tradition from established historical and archaeological evidence; descriptions of supernatural beings and events are presented as elements of mythology rather than verified historical fact. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Troy has fallen. Its towers are burning, its king is dead and its surviving people have no homeland. From the ruins emerges Aeneas, a warrior burdened with a mission greater than his own survival: to carry Troy's sacred legacy across the sea and establish the bloodline from which Rome will one day arise. The Aeneid: Aeneas, the Fall of Troy, the Journey to Italy, and the Epic Origins of Rome presents Virgil's monumental epic as a flowing and accessible narrative while examining the moral contradictions at its heart. It follows Aeneas as he escapes the destruction of Troy, loses his wife in the burning city, leads refugees across the Mediterranean and struggles against storms, monsters, hostile gods and the demands of destiny. The journey leads through the tragic love of Dido, the death of Anchises, the funeral games in Sicily and the terrifying descent into the Underworld. There, Aeneas is shown the future rulers, soldiers and emperors of Rome-and the immense historical purpose attached to his suffering. Yet destiny does not make the path innocent. Dido is abandoned, young warriors die before their promise can be fulfilled and the settlement of Italy requires a war against people defending their own homes. When the defeated Turnus finally asks for mercy, Aeneas must choose between Rome's declared ideal of compassion and the powerful demand for vengeance. Drawing upon Virgil's poem, ancient traditions and established historical context, this book explores the complete journey of Aeneas and the enduring questions raised by Rome's legendary foundation. It is a story of exile, duty, love, war and political destiny-and of the human lives sacrificed when the future of an empire is treated as inevitable. Disclaimer: This is an independent work of literary and historical commentary. It is not affiliated with, authorised by, sponsored by or endorsed by any publisher, educational institution, cultural organisation or rights holder. The Aeneid and the ancient literary and mythological traditions discussed in this book are part of the classical cultural heritage and public domain. References to historical persons, ancient peoples, deities and legendary figures are used solely for informational, educational and commentary purposes. Mythological and legendary events are presented as elements of ancient literary tradition and should not be interpreted as independently verified historical events. Any trademarks or registered names mentioned remain the property of their respective owners, and their inclusion does not imply endorsement or association. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Troy's greatest defender was dead. Achilles had fallen. The Greek army had spent ten exhausting years beneath walls it could not break. Victory would not come through another heroic duel, but through one of the most famous deceptions ever imagined. The Fall of Troy follows the final and most devastating phase of the Trojan War, from the gathering of the Greek fleet and the sacrifice at Aulis to the anger of Achilles, the death of Hector, the arrival of new champions, the prophecies protecting Troy, and the construction of the wooden horse. It traces the hidden warriors into the city, the warnings of Cassandra and Laocooen, the burning of Troy, the destruction of Priam's royal house, and the troubled journeys of the Greek victors as they attempted to return home. Drawing upon Homer, the surviving summaries of the lost Epic Cycle, Greek tragedy, ancient mythographers, Roman literature, Hittite records, and archaeological research at Hisarlik, this book carefully distinguishes ancient literary tradition from historically verifiable evidence. Conflicting versions are presented without forcing certainty where the sources provide none. This is not merely the story of how Troy was defeated. It is the story of how honour became vengeance, how victory became atrocity, and how a ruined city achieved a cultural immortality greater than that of the warriors who destroyed it. Disclaimer This is an independent work of historical and literary nonfiction. It is not affiliated with, authorised by, sponsored by, or endorsed by any archaeological institution, museum, university, publisher, film studio, estate, foundation, government body, or other organisation associated with Troy, Homeric studies, Greek mythology, or related adaptations. Names including Troy, the Trojan War, Achilles, Hector, Helen, Odysseus, the Iliad, the Odyssey, and other figures or works from ancient mythology and classical literature are used descriptively and refer to material in the public domain. Any modern trademarks, copyrighted adaptations, character designs, translations, films, television productions, games, or commercial properties remain the property of their respective owners. Their mention, where applicable, does not imply endorsement or association. Ancient accounts of the Trojan War contain mythology, poetry, religious tradition, later literary development, and conflicting versions. Although this book draws upon established ancient sources and modern archaeological scholarship, it does not claim that every person, event, speech, divine intervention, or episode described in the literary tradition has been historically verified. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Jason's voyage in search of the Golden Fleece became one of the ancient world's defining stories-a journey of heroes and kings, treacherous seas and impossible trials, divine favour and human betrayal. Sent by the usurping King Pelias on a mission intended to end in his death, Jason assembles an extraordinary company and boards the newly built Argo. Among his companions are Heracles, Orpheus, Castor and Polydeuces, Peleus, Telamon and the winged sons of the North Wind. Together they cross the ancient Mediterranean and Black Sea worlds, confronting murderous rulers, supernatural creatures, the Clashing Rocks and the dangers of an unfamiliar coast. Yet the Golden Fleece cannot be won through heroic strength alone. In Colchis, Jason encounters Medea, daughter of King Aeetes and granddaughter of the Sun. Her knowledge protects him from the fire-breathing bulls, defeats the warriors born from dragon's teeth and overcomes the sleepless serpent guarding the fleece. Her help secures Jason's triumph-but requires her to abandon her family, homeland and former life. Drawing carefully upon the surviving ancient sources, Jason and the Argonauts follows the complete story from the origins of the Golden Fleece to the building of the Argo, the gathering of Greece's heroes, the trials in Colchis and the dangerous voyage home. It also explores the real geography and ancient societies behind the legend while clearly distinguishing literary tradition from verifiable historical and archaeological evidence. More than an adventure, this is a story of contested kingship, collective heroism and promises whose consequences outlived the voyage itself. Jason wins the prize, but Medea makes victory possible-and the cost of that victory follows them long after the Argo returns. Disclaimer: This is an independent work of historical and literary commentary based upon ancient mythology, classical literature, archaeology and historical scholarship. Mythological characters, ancient works and traditional narratives discussed in this book belong to the cultural and literary heritage of antiquity and are in the public domain. This publication is not affiliated with, authorised by, endorsed by or sponsored by any publisher, academic institution, museum, media company, estate, rights holder or organisation associated with any modern edition, translation, adaptation or portrayal of Jason, Medea, the Argonauts or the Argonautica. Any trademarks, institutional names or titles referenced remain the property of their respective owners and are used solely for identification, historical discussion and commentary. The book distinguishes ancient literary tradition from established historical and archaeological evidence; descriptions of supernatural beings and events are presented as elements of mythology rather than verified historical fact. AI (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Troy has fallen. Its towers are burning, its king is dead and its surviving people have no homeland. From the ruins emerges Aeneas, a warrior burdened with a mission greater than his own survival: to carry Troy's sacred legacy across the sea and establish the bloodline from which Rome will one day arise. The Aeneid: Aeneas, the Fall of Troy, the Journey to Italy, and the Epic Origins of Rome presents Virgil's monumental epic as a flowing and accessible narrative while examining the moral contradictions at its heart. It follows Aeneas as he escapes the destruction of Troy, loses his wife in the burning city, leads refugees across the Mediterranean and struggles against storms, monsters, hostile gods and the demands of destiny. The journey leads through the tragic love of Dido, the death of Anchises, the funeral games in Sicily and the terrifying descent into the Underworld. There, Aeneas is shown the future rulers, soldiers and emperors of Rome-and the immense historical purpose attached to his suffering. Yet destiny does not make the path innocent. Dido is abandoned, young warriors die before their promise can be fulfilled and the settlement of Italy requires a war against people defending their own homes. When the defeated Turnus finally asks for mercy, Aeneas must choose between Rome's declared ideal of compassion and the powerful demand for vengeance. Drawing upon Virgil's poem, ancient traditions and established historical context, this book explores the complete journey of Aeneas and the enduring questions raised by Rome's legendary foundation. It is a story of exile, duty, love, war and political destiny-and of the human lives sacrificed when the future of an empire is treated as inevitable. Disclaimer: This is an independent work of literary and historical commentary. It is not affiliated with, authorised by, sponsored by or endorsed by any publisher, educational institution, cultural organisation or rights holder. The Aeneid and the ancient literary and mythological traditions discussed in this book are part of the classical cultural heritage and public domain. References to historical persons, ancient peoples, deities and legendary figures are used solely for informational, educational and commentary purposes. Mythological and legendary events are presented as elements of ancient literary tradition and should not be interpreted as independently verified historical events. Any trademarks or registered names mentioned remain the property of their respective owners, and their inclusion does not imply endorsement or association. AI (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Jason's voyage in search of the Golden Fleece became one of the ancient world's defining stories-a journey of heroes and kings, treacherous seas and impossible trials, divine favour and human betrayal. Sent by the usurping King Pelias on a mission intended to end in his death, Jason assembles an extraordinary company and boards the newly built Argo. Among his companions are Heracles, Orpheus, Castor and Polydeuces, Peleus, Telamon and the winged sons of the North Wind. Together they cross the ancient Mediterranean and Black Sea worlds, confronting murderous rulers, supernatural creatures, the Clashing Rocks and the dangers of an unfamiliar coast. Yet the Golden Fleece cannot be won through heroic strength alone. In Colchis, Jason encounters Medea, daughter of King Aeetes and granddaughter of the Sun. Her knowledge protects him from the fire-breathing bulls, defeats the warriors born from dragon's teeth and overcomes the sleepless serpent guarding the fleece. Her help secures Jason's triumph-but requires her to abandon her family, homeland and former life. Drawing carefully upon the surviving ancient sources, Jason and the Argonauts follows the complete story from the origins of the Golden Fleece to the building of the Argo, the gathering of Greece's heroes, the trials in Colchis and the dangerous voyage home. It also explores the real geography and ancient societies behind the legend while clearly distinguishing literary tradition from verifiable historical and archaeological evidence. More than an adventure, this is a story of contested kingship, collective heroism and promises whose consequences outlived the voyage itself. Jason wins the prize, but Medea makes victory possible-and the cost of that victory follows them long after the Argo returns. Disclaimer: This is an independent work of historical and literary commentary based upon ancient mythology, classical literature, archaeology and historical scholarship. Mythological characters, ancient works and traditional narratives discussed in this book belong to the cultural and literary heritage of antiquity and are in the public domain. This publication is not affiliated with, authorised by, endorsed by or sponsored by any publisher, academic institution, museum, media company, estate, rights holder or organisation associated with any modern edition, translation, adaptation or portrayal of Jason, Medea, the Argonauts or the Argonautica. Any trademarks, institutional names or titles referenced remain the property of their respective owners and are used solely for identification, historical discussion and commentary. The book distinguishes ancient literary tradition from established historical and archaeological evidence; descriptions of supernatural beings and events are presented as elements of mythology rather than verified historical fact. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Heracles was the strongest hero of ancient Greece-a slayer of monsters, conqueror of distant kingdoms and living man who entered the realm of the dead. Yet behind the lion skin and legendary club stood a figure marked by madness, guilt, servitude, vengeance and devastating failures of judgement. Jason and the The Labours of Heracles follows the complete arc of this extraordinary life, from the deception surrounding his birth and Hera's relentless persecution to the Twelve Labours that carried him across the known world. It recounts his battles with the Nemean lion, the Lernaean Hydra, Geryon and Cerberus, while examining the people who assisted him, suffered beside him or died because of his actions. The story continues beyond the famous Labours to his voyage with the Argonauts, the loss of Hylas, the first sack of Troy, his enslavement under Queen Omphale, the murder of Iphitus and the wars driven by broken promises and wounded honour. It concludes with the fall of Oechalia, Deianira's fatal mistake, the poisoned robe and the funeral pyre that carried Heracles from mortal agony to divine immortality. Drawing upon surviving Greek and Roman literary traditions, this book presents Heracles neither as a flawless champion nor as a simple criminal. It explores the full contradiction of a hero who protected communities and destroyed households, endured injustice and inflicted it, accepted punishment and returned repeatedly to violence. This is the story of Greece's greatest hero-and of the man who could overcome every monster except the danger within himself. Disclaimer: This is an independent work of historical and literary nonfiction examining ancient Greek and Roman mythology. The names Heracles, Hercules, Jason, the Argonauts and those of other mythological figures and places belong to ancient cultural and literary traditions and are used descriptively. This publication is not authorised, sponsored, endorsed by or affiliated with any modern entertainment company, publisher, media franchise, organisation or trademark holder. Ancient accounts frequently differ in chronology, geography, genealogy and narrative detail; where significant variants survive, they are identified or represented according to the classical sources discussed in the book. This work does not claim that mythological events occurred as documented history. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Troy has fallen. Its towers are burning, its king is dead and its surviving people have no homeland. From the ruins emerges Aeneas, a warrior burdened with a mission greater than his own survival: to carry Troy's sacred legacy across the sea and establish the bloodline from which Rome will one day arise. The Aeneid: Aeneas, the Fall of Troy, the Journey to Italy, and the Epic Origins of Rome presents Virgil's monumental epic as a flowing and accessible narrative while examining the moral contradictions at its heart. It follows Aeneas as he escapes the destruction of Troy, loses his wife in the burning city, leads refugees across the Mediterranean and struggles against storms, monsters, hostile gods and the demands of destiny. The journey leads through the tragic love of Dido, the death of Anchises, the funeral games in Sicily and the terrifying descent into the Underworld. There, Aeneas is shown the future rulers, soldiers and emperors of Rome-and the immense historical purpose attached to his suffering. Yet destiny does not make the path innocent. Dido is abandoned, young warriors die before their promise can be fulfilled and the settlement of Italy requires a war against people defending their own homes. When the defeated Turnus finally asks for mercy, Aeneas must choose between Rome's declared ideal of compassion and the powerful demand for vengeance. Drawing upon Virgil's poem, ancient traditions and established historical context, this book explores the complete journey of Aeneas and the enduring questions raised by Rome's legendary foundation. It is a story of exile, duty, love, war and political destiny-and of the human lives sacrificed when the future of an empire is treated as inevitable. Disclaimer: This is an independent work of literary and historical commentary. It is not affiliated with, authorised by, sponsored by or endorsed by any publisher, educational institution, cultural organisation or rights holder. The Aeneid and the ancient literary and mythological traditions discussed in this book are part of the classical cultural heritage and public domain. References to historical persons, ancient peoples, deities and legendary figures are used solely for informational, educational and commentary purposes. Mythological and legendary events are presented as elements of ancient literary tradition and should not be interpreted as independently verified historical events. Any trademarks or registered names mentioned remain the property of their respective owners, and their inclusion does not imply endorsement or association. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Troy's greatest defender was dead. Achilles had fallen. The Greek army had spent ten exhausting years beneath walls it could not break. Victory would not come through another heroic duel, but through one of the most famous deceptions ever imagined. The Fall of Troy follows the final and most devastating phase of the Trojan War, from the gathering of the Greek fleet and the sacrifice at Aulis to the anger of Achilles, the death of Hector, the arrival of new champions, the prophecies protecting Troy, and the construction of the wooden horse. It traces the hidden warriors into the city, the warnings of Cassandra and Laocooen, the burning of Troy, the destruction of Priam's royal house, and the troubled journeys of the Greek victors as they attempted to return home. Drawing upon Homer, the surviving summaries of the lost Epic Cycle, Greek tragedy, ancient mythographers, Roman literature, Hittite records, and archaeological research at Hisarlik, this book carefully distinguishes ancient literary tradition from historically verifiable evidence. Conflicting versions are presented without forcing certainty where the sources provide none. This is not merely the story of how Troy was defeated. It is the story of how honour became vengeance, how victory became atrocity, and how a ruined city achieved a cultural immortality greater than that of the warriors who destroyed it. Disclaimer This is an independent work of historical and literary nonfiction. It is not affiliated with, authorised by, sponsored by, or endorsed by any archaeological institution, museum, university, publisher, film studio, estate, foundation, government body, or other organisation associated with Troy, Homeric studies, Greek mythology, or related adaptations. Names including Troy, the Trojan War, Achilles, Hector, Helen, Odysseus, the Iliad, the Odyssey, and other figures or works from ancient mythology and classical literature are used descriptively and refer to material in the public domain. Any modern trademarks, copyrighted adaptations, character designs, translations, films, television productions, games, or commercial properties remain the property of their respective owners. Their mention, where applicable, does not imply endorsement or association. Ancient accounts of the Trojan War contain mythology, poetry, religious tradition, later literary development, and conflicting versions. Although this book draws upon established ancient sources and modern archaeological scholarship, it does not claim that every person, event, speech, divine intervention, or episode described in the literary tradition has been historically verified. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Jason's voyage in search of the Golden Fleece became one of the ancient world's defining stories-a journey of heroes and kings, treacherous seas and impossible trials, divine favour and human betrayal. Sent by the usurping King Pelias on a mission intended to end in his death, Jason assembles an extraordinary company and boards the newly built Argo. Among his companions are Heracles, Orpheus, Castor and Polydeuces, Peleus, Telamon and the winged sons of the North Wind. Together they cross the ancient Mediterranean and Black Sea worlds, confronting murderous rulers, supernatural creatures, the Clashing Rocks and the dangers of an unfamiliar coast. Yet the Golden Fleece cannot be won through heroic strength alone. In Colchis, Jason encounters Medea, daughter of King Aeetes and granddaughter of the Sun. Her knowledge protects him from the fire-breathing bulls, defeats the warriors born from dragon's teeth and overcomes the sleepless serpent guarding the fleece. Her help secures Jason's triumph-but requires her to abandon her family, homeland and former life. Drawing carefully upon the surviving ancient sources, Jason and the Argonauts follows the complete story from the origins of the Golden Fleece to the building of the Argo, the gathering of Greece's heroes, the trials in Colchis and the dangerous voyage home. It also explores the real geography and ancient societies behind the legend while clearly distinguishing literary tradition from verifiable historical and archaeological evidence. More than an adventure, this is a story of contested kingship, collective heroism and promises whose consequences outlived the voyage itself. Jason wins the prize, but Medea makes victory possible-and the cost of that victory follows them long after the Argo returns. Disclaimer: This is an independent work of historical and literary commentary based upon ancient mythology, classical literature, archaeology and historical scholarship. Mythological characters, ancient works and traditional narratives discussed in this book belong to the cultural and literary heritage of antiquity and are in the public domain. This publication is not affiliated with, authorised by, endorsed by or sponsored by any publisher, academic institution, museum, media company, estate, rights holder or organisation associated with any modern edition, translation, adaptation or portrayal of Jason, Medea, the Argonauts or the Argonautica. Any trademarks, institutional names or titles referenced remain the property of their respective owners and are used solely for identification, historical discussion and commentary. The book distinguishes ancient literary tradition from established historical and archaeological evidence; descriptions of supernatural beings and events are presented as elements of mythology rather than verified historical fact. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Heracles was the strongest hero of ancient Greece-a slayer of monsters, conqueror of distant kingdoms and living man who entered the realm of the dead. Yet behind the lion skin and legendary club stood a figure marked by madness, guilt, servitude, vengeance and devastating failures of judgement. Jason and the The Labours of Heracles follows the complete arc of this extraordinary life, from the deception surrounding his birth and Hera's relentless persecution to the Twelve Labours that carried him across the known world. It recounts his battles with the Nemean lion, the Lernaean Hydra, Geryon and Cerberus, while examining the people who assisted him, suffered beside him or died because of his actions. The story continues beyond the famous Labours to his voyage with the Argonauts, the loss of Hylas, the first sack of Troy, his enslavement under Queen Omphale, the murder of Iphitus and the wars driven by broken promises and wounded honour. It concludes with the fall of Oechalia, Deianira's fatal mistake, the poisoned robe and the funeral pyre that carried Heracles from mortal agony to divine immortality. Drawing upon surviving Greek and Roman literary traditions, this book presents Heracles neither as a flawless champion nor as a simple criminal. It explores the full contradiction of a hero who protected communities and destroyed households, endured injustice and inflicted it, accepted punishment and returned repeatedly to violence. This is the story of Greece's greatest hero-and of the man who could overcome every monster except the danger within himself. Disclaimer: This is an independent work of historical and literary nonfiction examining ancient Greek and Roman mythology. The names Heracles, Hercules, Jason, the Argonauts and those of other mythological figures and places belong to ancient cultural and literary traditions and are used descriptively. This publication is not authorised, sponsored, endorsed by or affiliated with any modern entertainment company, publisher, media franchise, organisation or trademark holder. Ancient accounts frequently differ in chronology, geography, genealogy and narrative detail; where significant variants survive, they are identified or represented according to the classical sources discussed in the book. This work does not claim that mythological events occurred as documented history. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Troy has fallen. Its towers are burning, its king is dead and its surviving people have no homeland. From the ruins emerges Aeneas, a warrior burdened with a mission greater than his own survival: to carry Troy's sacred legacy across the sea and establish the bloodline from which Rome will one day arise. The Aeneid: Aeneas, the Fall of Troy, the Journey to Italy, and the Epic Origins of Rome presents Virgil's monumental epic as a flowing and accessible narrative while examining the moral contradictions at its heart. It follows Aeneas as he escapes the destruction of Troy, loses his wife in the burning city, leads refugees across the Mediterranean and struggles against storms, monsters, hostile gods and the demands of destiny. The journey leads through the tragic love of Dido, the death of Anchises, the funeral games in Sicily and the terrifying descent into the Underworld. There, Aeneas is shown the future rulers, soldiers and emperors of Rome-and the immense historical purpose attached to his suffering. Yet destiny does not make the path innocent. Dido is abandoned, young warriors die before their promise can be fulfilled and the settlement of Italy requires a war against people defending their own homes. When the defeated Turnus finally asks for mercy, Aeneas must choose between Rome's declared ideal of compassion and the powerful demand for vengeance. Drawing upon Virgil's poem, ancient traditions and established historical context, this book explores the complete journey of Aeneas and the enduring questions raised by Rome's legendary foundation. It is a story of exile, duty, love, war and political destiny-and of the human lives sacrificed when the future of an empire is treated as inevitable. Disclaimer: This is an independent work of literary and historical commentary. It is not affiliated with, authorised by, sponsored by or endorsed by any publisher, educational institution, cultural organisation or rights holder. The Aeneid and the ancient literary and mythological traditions discussed in this book are part of the classical cultural heritage and public domain. References to historical persons, ancient peoples, deities and legendary figures are used solely for informational, educational and commentary purposes. Mythological and legendary events are presented as elements of ancient literary tradition and should not be interpreted as independently verified historical events. Any trademarks or registered names mentioned remain the property of their respective owners, and their inclusion does not imply endorsement or association. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Troy's greatest defender was dead. Achilles had fallen. The Greek army had spent ten exhausting years beneath walls it could not break. Victory would not come through another heroic duel, but through one of the most famous deceptions ever imagined. The Fall of Troy follows the final and most devastating phase of the Trojan War, from the gathering of the Greek fleet and the sacrifice at Aulis to the anger of Achilles, the death of Hector, the arrival of new champions, the prophecies protecting Troy, and the construction of the wooden horse. It traces the hidden warriors into the city, the warnings of Cassandra and Laocooen, the burning of Troy, the destruction of Priam's royal house, and the troubled journeys of the Greek victors as they attempted to return home. Drawing upon Homer, the surviving summaries of the lost Epic Cycle, Greek tragedy, ancient mythographers, Roman literature, Hittite records, and archaeological research at Hisarlik, this book carefully distinguishes ancient literary tradition from historically verifiable evidence. Conflicting versions are presented without forcing certainty where the sources provide none. This is not merely the story of how Troy was defeated. It is the story of how honour became vengeance, how victory became atrocity, and how a ruined city achieved a cultural immortality greater than that of the warriors who destroyed it. Disclaimer This is an independent work of historical and literary nonfiction. It is not affiliated with, authorised by, sponsored by, or endorsed by any archaeological institution, museum, university, publisher, film studio, estate, foundation, government body, or other organisation associated with Troy, Homeric studies, Greek mythology, or related adaptations. Names including Troy, the Trojan War, Achilles, Hector, Helen, Odysseus, the Iliad, the Odyssey, and other figures or works from ancient mythology and classical literature are used descriptively and refer to material in the public domain. Any modern trademarks, copyrighted adaptations, character designs, translations, films, television productions, games, or commercial properties remain the property of their respective owners. Their mention, where applicable, does not imply endorsement or association. Ancient accounts of the Trojan War contain mythology, poetry, religious tradition, later literary development, and conflicting versions. Although this book draws upon established ancient sources and modern archaeological scholarship, it does not claim that every person, event, speech, divine intervention, or episode described in the literary tradition has been historically verified. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. AI (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. The Fall of Troy | The Wooden Horse, the Burning City, and the Myths That Completed the Trojan War | Sky Aaberg | Taschenbuch | The Great Epics Explained | Englisch | 2026 | PublishDrive | EAN 9798901949801 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. AI (illustrator). …

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. The Aeneid | Aeneas, the Fall of Troy, the Journey to Italy, and the Epic Origins of Rome | Sky Aaberg | Taschenbuch | The Great Epics Explained | Englisch | 2026 | PublishDrive | EAN 9798901949818 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. AI (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Jason and the Argonauts | The Golden Fleece, Medea, the First Great Quest, and the Ancient World Behind the Argonautica | Sky Aaberg | Taschenbuch | The Great Epics Explained | Englisch | 2026 | PublishDrive | EAN 9798901949825 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. AI (illustrator).…