Helen of Troy - George Margaret - 2006

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This is the first Australian edition. 611 pages. This book is an unread copy. Covers have no creasing or wear. Spine is uncreased. Remainder mark on page edges. Bestselling novelist, Margaret George, here imagines the story of Helen of Sparta and Troy, one the most amazing female mythical characters, ancient or modern. A war, which lasted for 10 years, was fought over her and nearly all the stories of the heroic age were bound into her story - a measure of her capacity to galvanise men into action. Using her unique gift for research and recreation, Margaret George brings to life a Helen who was a tantalizing enigma from the very first, flesh and blood certainly, but also immortal, as the daughter of Zeus. Her beauty is so overwhelming and dangerous that, as a child, she is protected from seeing her reflection. Kings and princes compete for her hand in marriage, and she marries Menelaus of Sparta, but before marrying him all her other suitors swear to help bring Helen back should she ever be abducted again. When she falls for Paris of Troy, it is assumed that he has taken her by force, when her actions are far more complex. The suitors are obliged to honor their oath and so the Trojan War begins - the most pivotal event in the history of ancient Greece...and the tragedy of these individuals. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Fiction; Historical; ISBN: 1405089091. ISBN/EAN: 9781405089098. Inventory No: 14010264. By: George Margaret Year: 2006 Visit our website to view thousands more products like this and order online at: