Achilles: New & Ancient Greek Tales (Myths, Gods, & Immortals)

Building on the popularity of mythological retellings, this beautiful collectable/gift edition tells the story of the acclaimed hero Achilles through ancient and modern minds. Achilles’ bravery in combat is famously depicted in Homer’s Iliad, but every hero has flaws. Authors from classical times to the modern era have interpreted his character in various ways, and this book continues this tradition, exploring his exploits in the war, interactions with Agamemnon, Patroclus, Hector, and more, back to his early days as an infant dipped into the River Styx, exposing his vulnerable heel. Learn about his history and new stories that imagine alternative paths, deeper backgrounds, and different viewpoints.