The Trojan War in Ancient Art / Edition 1

The legendary characters of the Trojan War captured the imaginations not only of Greek and Roman writers, but of countless visual artists as well. A vibrant retelling of the Trojan myths, this handsomely illustrated book brings to life for today's readers both visual and literary traditions.

ISBN-13: 9780801481642

Media Type: Paperback

Publisher: Cornell University Press

Publication Date: 07-13-1993

Pages: 134

Product Dimensions: 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

Age Range: 18 Years

Table of Contents

1. To Begin at the Beginning
2. The Army Assembles
3. Troy
4. The Greeks Go to Troy
5. The Anger of Achilles
6. The Anguish of Achilles
7. Troy's Doom Draws Nearer
8. The Fall of Troy
EpilogueAppendix: The Illustrations in Art Historical Perspective
Glossary: Historical and Mythological Characters
Further Reading
Index

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