The Trojan War: A New History

Barry Strauss

Language: English

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Description:

Drawing on the latest archaeological research, an expert account of the famous historical battle confirms many details recounted in Homer's epic account, from Troy's alliance with the Hittite Empire and the role of Greek maritime commerce in the war to the significant fire at the end of the twelfth century and the facts about the Trojan horse. 50,000 first printing.