Trojan War ANNOTATION
Retells legends of the heroes of the Trojan War, which began with Paris of Troy's abduction of Helen, wife of Menelaus, lord of Greece.
FROM THE PUBLISHER
In this retelling of the Trojan War, Olivia Coolidge crafts heroes and gods into real, multidimensional characters, not just the figures of legend. Vibrant storytelling and finely wrought action have made her version of the classic tale of the Fall of Troy accessible to generations of young readers.
FROM THE CRITICS
School Library Journal
Sequel to the author's Greek Myths, this is written in the same lucid, simple, yet powerful prose.
"Here for today’s readers is one of the world’s great stories."
Children's Literature - Jamie Colwell
Olivia Coolidge retells the well-known story of the Trojan War here in elaborate detail that enables the reader to understand the myth more fully. The myth of the Trojan War, one of love and power, centers on Helen, running away with the beautiful Trojan, Paris, back to the city of Troy. The book delves into the adventures that take place in the war once the Greeks attack Troy. Achilles, the swiftest of all fighters, becomes the focal point of the book and his adventures—the most prominent in the story—will draw the most attention from the reader. Coolidge also includes the legends of Odysseus, Agamemmon, and other well-known heroes of Greek Mythology. Young adults will find that the book's clear and vivid imagery makes it accessible. They will also enjoy the in-depth characters that create an entertaining and fulfilling read. 2001 (orig. 1952), Houghton Mifflin Company, Ages 10 to 18.
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