Description
This deluxe edition retells the legend of Achilles and the Trojan War through a tale of gods and goddesses, kings and queens, immortal fame, and the human heart. Achilles, son of the sea goddess Thetis and King Peleus, is strong, swift, and beautiful, while Patroclus is an awkward young prince exiled after an act of shocking violence. Brought together by chance, they form an inseparable bond despite risking the gods’ wrath. Trained by the centaur Chiron in warfare and medicine, they are drawn into the Greek siege of Troy after Helen of Sparta is kidnapped. Achilles joins the campaign in pursuit of a glorious destiny, and Patroclus follows, torn between love and fear for his friend. The Fates will test them both and demand a terrible sacrifice. The edition features sprayed and stenciled edges, gold foil, endpapers with a map of Homer’s Greece, a guide to Greek gods, mortals, and heroes, essays by Madeline Miller, and discussion questions.
Information
Author: Millerová Madeline
Language: English
Publication date: September 30, 2025
Manufacturer: HarperCollins Polska sp. z o. o.
Genres: Books, Foreign language books, English literature, Fiction in english, English novels, Deluxe edition, Adult lgbtq+ books in english, Lgbtq+ books in english
Type: Hardcover book
Pages: 408
ISBN/EAN: 9780063459960