Helen of Troy by Andrew Lang
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About this eBook
| Author | Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912 |
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| Title | Helen of Troy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1882 George Bell and Sons edition by David Price |
| Summary | "Helen of Troy" by Andrew Lang is a poetic narrative likely written in the late 19th century. This work explores the legendary figure of Helen, often described as the most beautiful woman in the world, and the fateful events surrounding her abduction by Paris, which lead to the Trojan War. The narrative is rich in imagery and steeped in themes of love, desire, longing, and the catastrophic consequences that follow the whims of gods and mortals alike. The opening of "Helen of Troy" sets a dramatic scene with the arrival of Paris at the palace of Menelaus, King of Lacedaemon. The festivities and rituals of hospitality are depicted as Menelaus hosts Paris, who stands out as a remarkably handsome figure. As the banquet unfolds, Paris reveals his intentions to seek Helen's hand, invoking the goddess Aphrodite's influence. The chapter introduces Helen, who is portrayed as both a thriving figure of beauty and a harbinger of doom, setting the stage for the tumultuous events that will ensue. By the end of this portion, we sense the growing tension as Helen is beckoned by fate and love, leading her away from her current life and towards inevitable tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Helen, of Troy, Queen of Sparta -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3229 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 15, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 135 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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