Synopsis
The first book in Conn Iggulden's epic new series The Golden Age.
Ancient Greece, 5th century BC. The age of myths and legends has given way to the world of men. In the front rank stands Pericles, Lion of Athens. Behind Pericles lies the greatest city of the ancient world. Before him, on land and at sea, stands the merciless Persian army. Both sides are spoiling for war.
Though still a young man, Pericles knows one thing: to fight a war you must first win the peace. It's time for a hero to rise. For his enemies to tremble. And for Athens, a city of wisdom and warriors, to shine with glory...
Publisher information
- Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
- ISBN: 9781405949651
- Number of pages: 464
- Dimensions: 197 x 128 x 28 mm
- Weight: 321g
- Languages: English
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Informative and absorbing
Another informative and absorbing story about the wars between the Persians, Athenians and Spartans. Non stop action and intrigue. A great cast of characte... READ MORE
Another masterclass of historical fiction.
Conn Iggulden takes us back to the 5th BC
and the start of an epic saga between Greece and Persia.
Both sides are spoiling for war and it’s the perfect ... READ MORE
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