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Helen of Troy : goddess, princess, whore

by Bettany Hughes

This historical study explores the legacy of Helen of Troy, tracing her evolution from a Bronze Age aristocrat to a mythological symbol of beauty. It examines archaeological and cultural evidence of her presence across Greece, North Africa, and Asia Minor.

Accession 28723 ISBN 0224071777 Publisher Jonathan Cape
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