
Part of the Puffin Classics series
Heroes clash in a legendary siege, where Achilles' fate and Odysseus' cunning shape the epic tale of Troy.
In a world of gods and heroes, the fate of Troy hangs in the balance. Helen's beauty sparks a legendary conflict, drawing Achilles with his fatal flaw and Odysseus, the master strategist. As the siege unfolds, Achilles faces his destiny, while Odysseus devises the infamous wooden horse. Will their courage and cunning alter the course of history, or will the city of Troy fall to ruin? Embark on an epic journey filled with adventure, betrayal, and the timeless struggle for glory.
The story of Helen and the judgement of Paris, of the gathering Heroes and the seige of Troy; of Achilles and his vulnerable heel, reared by the Centaur on wild honey and the marrow of lions; of Odysseus, the last of the Heroes, his plan for the wooden Horse and his many adventures on his long journey home to Greece. With a beautiful introduction by best-selling author Michelle Paver, and additional endmatter including an author profile, who’s who, activities, glossary and more.
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