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Black Ships Before Troy: The Story of The Iliad

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4 out of 5
Based on 1,372 Ratings and 232 Reviews

Book Description
Homer's epic poem, The Iliad, is one of the greatest adventure stories of all time. Rich with arresting imagery and memorable characters, its powerful metaphors still permeate modern culture. This brilliant retelling offers young readers an exciting introduction to the heroes of ancient Greece while providing the complete story of the battle of Troy. The legendary beauty, Helen, is abducted, leadi... More
Book Information
PublisherFrances Lincoln Children's Books
BindingHardcover (28 editions)
Reading LevelAges 4-8
# of Pages128
ISBN-101845073592
ISBN-13978-1845073596
Publication Date01/10/2005
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About Rosemary Sutcliff (Author) : Rosemary Sutcliff is a published author of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Rosemary Sutcliff include The Eagle of the Ninth (Oxford Children's Modern Classics)... more
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About Alan Lee (Illustrator) : Alan Lee is a published author and an illustrator of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Alan Lee include The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook, Black Ships Before Troy... more
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