Agathocles (1908) - Henry Julius Tillyard Wetenhall

Agathocles is a historical novel written by Henry Julius Wetenhall Tillyard and published in 1908. The story is set in ancient Greece and follows the life of Agathocles, a Greek general and tyrant who rose to power in the city of Syracuse. The novel begins with Agathocles' childhood and his early struggles to survive in a world of political intrigue and violence. As he grows older, he becomes a skilled soldier and a cunning politician, eventually rising to become the ruler of Syracuse. However, Agathocles' reign is not without its challenges. He must navigate the treacherous political landscape of ancient Greece, fend off attacks from rival cities, and maintain his grip on power in the face of opposition from his own people. Throughout the novel, Tillyard weaves together historical fact and fiction to create a vivid and engaging portrait of ancient Greek society. He explores themes of power, ambition, and loyalty, and presents a nuanced and complex portrayal of a man who was both a hero and a villain. Overall, Agathocles is a fascinating and well-written historical novel that will appeal to anyone with an interest in ancient Greece or the art of storytelling.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.

EAN: 9781104608583