The Story Of Helen Troy

The Story Of Helen Troy is a historical novel written by Constance Cary Harrison. The book tells the story of the legendary beauty, Helen of Troy, who is said to have caused the Trojan War. The novel is set in ancient Greece and explores the life of Helen, from her childhood to her marriage to King Menelaus of Sparta, and ultimately to her involvement in the Trojan War.The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of Helen's life. The first part explores Helen's childhood, her relationship with her brothers, and her education. The second part focuses on Helen's marriage to King Menelaus, her affair with the Trojan prince Paris, and the events that led to the Trojan War. The third part of the book deals with the aftermath of the war, Helen's return to Sparta, and her eventual death.Throughout the book, Harrison provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of ancient Greek society, including its customs, beliefs, and political structures. The novel also explores themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and the role of women in ancient Greece.Overall, The Story Of Helen Troy is a captivating and engaging novel that offers a fascinating insight into the life of one of the most iconic figures in ancient Greek mythology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.