Colleen McCullough retells the Trojan War in a long novel, drawing on Homer and on later writers. It covers the abduction of Helen, the siege of Troy, the heroes on both sides and the fall of the city, giving space to figures such as Hector, Priam and Achilles. McCullough, known for The Thorn Birds and the Masters of Rome series, adds her own perspective.
Readers who like epic historical fiction and classical myths will enjoy it. It is also a way into the story for those who do not wish to read Homer directly.
Clear-cut and escapist; a moderate read.
Best for readers like The Curious Generalist. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1998
- Language
- EN
