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Prepare to be captivated by The Song of Achilles, penned by the acclaimed author Madeline Miller. This international literary sensation has enchanted over 3 million readers worldwide, establishing itself as a must-read in contemporary literature.
Set in the mesmerizing landscape of ancient Greece, The Song of Achilles unfolds the poignant tale of Patroclus, a socially awkward prince exiled to the court of King Peleus. Here, he meets the seemingly perfect Achilles, and an unexpected friendship flourishes despite their differences. As their relationship evolves into a profound love, they must navigate the complexities of warfare and the healing arts, all while contending with the formidable presence of Achilles' mother, the sea goddess Thetis.
This award-winning novel, honored with the Orange Women’s Prize for Fiction, has been lauded by literary icons such as J.K. Rowling and Donna Tartt. Critics praise it as “an exciting, sexy, violent Superman version of The Iliad” (The Guardian), while Bettany Hughes describes it as “sexy, dangerous, mystical.”
As the abduction of Helen of Sparta ignites a devastating war, the trials of love and loyalty are put to the ultimate test. Achilles answers the call to arms in Troy, leaving Patroclus grappling with a heart-wrenching struggle between love and the horrors of impending battle.
Dive into this spellbinding narrative that promises to keep you breathless until the very last page.
ISBN: | 9781408891384 |
Author: | Madeline Miller |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
Dimensions: | 130 x 197 x 28 mm |
Publication Date: | 21 September, 2017 |
Pagination: | 368 pages |
Weight: | 264g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’