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Argo
A historical action and adventure novel reimagining the myth of Jason and the Golden Fleece, by Cambridge classicist Mark Knowles.
A historical action and adventure novel reimagining the myth of Jason and the Golden Fleece, by Cambridge classicist Mark Knowles.
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You've read the myth of the Golden Fleece. Now find out how it really was for Jason and the Argonauts in this gripping reimagining of the famous Ancient Greek tale, and the first book in the breathtaking Blades of Bronze series. Perfect for fans of Madeline Miller, Neil Gaiman, and Natalie Haynes.
He has come to take what is yours...
Iolkos, Greece, 1230 BC. King Pelias has grown paranoid, tormented by his murderous past and a prophecy of the man who will one day destroy him.
When a stranger arrives to compete in the Games of Poseidon, Pelias is horrified, for this young man should never have grown to manhood. He is Jason, Pelias' nephew, who survived his uncle's assassins as a child. Now Jason wants his revenge – and the kingdom.
But Pelias is cunning as well as powerful. He gives Jason an impossible challenge: to claim the throne, he must first steal the fabled Golden Fleece of Colchis.
Jason assembles a band of Greece's finest warriors. They are the Argonauts, named for their trusty ship. But even with these mighty allies, Jason will have to overcome the brutal challenges hurled his way. His mission and many lives depend on his wits – and his sword.
PRAISE FOR THE BLADES OF BRONZE SERIES AND MARK KNOWLES
'A bold and thrilling voyage that plunges you deep into the world of ancient myth' Daisy Dunn
'Mark Knowles has taken the legend of Jason and the Golden Fleece, and stripped it down to its bare bones... A deeply researched historical epic, so brilliantly brought to life I could taste the salt air on my tongue... Epic battles, well-rounded characters sailing through a brilliantly described world' Adam Lofthouse
'What a spectacular triumph! Knowles has taken a reassuringly familiar legend and elevated it into a new, realistic and engrossing story' Sam Taw
'Knowles has combined historical realities with sure-footed imagination... brilliant' Dr Paul Millett
'[Knowles] has teamed his love of learning classics and childhood love of sword-and-sandals epics to accomplish something remarkable' Boarding Schools' Association
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Argo by Mark Knowles receives acclaim for its rich historical detail and vivid storytelling. Reviewers praise the author's ability to integrate his expertise in classics with a passion for epic tales, resulting in a refreshingly realistic and engaging narrative. The book features expertly crafted characters and thrilling, intricately described scenes that captivate readers and keep them eager for more.
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ISBN: 9781801102728
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 03 March 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 44.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 458g
Pages: 640
About the Author
Mark Knowles read Classics and Management Studies at Downing College, Cambridge. After a decade working as a frontline officer and supervisor within the Metropolitan Police Service, he became Head of Classics at a school in Harrogate. He is a particular fan of experimental archaeology and rowed on the reconstructed Ancient Athenian trireme Olympias during its last sea trials in Greece in 1994. @mark77knowles markknowles.info
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