The Persian Boy
The Persian Boy by Mary Renault, published by Penguin in 1974, is a historical fiction novel that explores the final seven years of Alexander the Great’s life through the perspective of his lover, Bagoas. This edition spans 416 pages and is presented in English, offering readers a unique insight into the complexities of Alexander’s relationships and the challenges he faced during this tumultuous period.
In this narrative, readers will discover how the bond between Bagoas and Alexander plays a crucial role as they navigate assassination plots, the pressures from two foreign wives, and the tensions within a mutinous army. The story delves into themes of love and loyalty against a backdrop of political intrigue and personal struggle, providing a vivid portrayal of one of history’s most iconic figures.
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Tells the story of the climactic last seven years of Alexander the Great’s life through the eyes of his lover, Bagoas. The relationship between the beautiful young eunuch and the great general’s sustains Alexander as he survives assassination plots, the demands of two foreign wives, a mutinous army, and his own ferocious temper.
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