Tales of Troy and Greece (9780486449173)



Best remembered for his collections of folk and fairy tales, Andrew Lang was also highly regarded as a Homeric scholar. In this thrilling book, superbly illustrated by H. J. Ford, Lang draws masterfully upon his classical training to bring to life some of the central stories of Greek mythology. Readers will follow the exciting adventures of Ulysses from his boyhood through his perilous return from the Trojan War, meet the lovely Helen of Troy, hear about the amazing Trojan horse, join Jason on his determined quest for the Golden Fleece, encounter the fierce, beautiful Amazons, and learn about the legendary deeds of other remarkable Greek heroes.


Product details

  • 12-17
  • Paperback | 336 pages
  • 133 x 206 x 17mm | 304g
  • New York, United States
  • English
  • Illustrations, unspecified
  • 0486449173
  • 9780486449173
  • 861,029


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