The Trojan War
The Trojan War by Barry S. Strauss, published by Arrow in 2008, delves into the historical reality behind one of the most famous battles in history. This edition, comprising 258 pages, presents recent archaeological findings and newly translated Hittite texts that suggest Troy was a significant and affluent city allied with the Hittite Empire. Strauss explores the strategic importance of Troy at the entrance to the Dardanelles, highlighting its role in Greek maritime commerce and the potential motivations behind the conflict.
Readers will find a detailed examination of the Trojan War that intertwines historical evidence with the legendary narratives of Homer. Strauss, a leading expert in ancient military history, contextualizes the events surrounding the war, offering insights into the dynamics of ancient Greece and its interactions with neighboring civilizations. This book presents a thorough investigation into the historical and cultural significance of the Trojan War, making connections between myth and reality while maintaining the grandeur of the original tales.
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Did the Trojan War really happen?
Spectacular new archaeological evidence suggests that it did. Recent excavations and newly translated Hittite texts reveal that Troy was a large, wealthy city allied with the Hittite Empire. Located at the strategic entrance to the Dardanelles, the link between the Aegean and Black Sea, it was a tempting target for marauding Greeks, the Vikings of the Bronze Age. The Trojan War may have been the inevitable consequence of expanding Greek maritime commerce.
Written by a leading expert on ancient military history, the true story of the most famous battle in history is every bit as compelling as Homer’s epic account – and confirms many of its details. In The Trojan War, master storyteller Barry Strauss puts legend into its historical context, without losing its poetry and grandeur.
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