Rediscover the tragic romance that ignited the ancient world in this narrative poem centered on the Spartan queen. Moving beyond the battlefield, the story focuses on the emotional turmoil and inevitable fate of the woman blamed for the destruction of a civilization. The verses capture the beauty, guilt, and sorrow of the mythological figure, offering a more intimate perspective on the Trojan War....
Andrew Lang - Helen of Troy
Helen of Troy
Andrew Lang
Description
Rediscover the tragic romance that ignited the ancient world in this narrative poem centered on the Spartan queen. Moving beyond the battlefield, the story focuses on the emotional turmoil and inevitable fate of the woman blamed for the destruction of a civilization. The verses capture the beauty, guilt, and sorrow of the mythological figure, offering a more intimate perspective on the Trojan War. It is a lyrical tribute to the power of beauty and the destructive nature of desire.