History of Sparta: An Enthralling Guide to the Spartans and the Trojan War

Two manuscripts in one book:Sparta: An Enthralling Overview of the Spartans and Their City-State in Ancient Greece along with the Greco-Persian Wars, Peloponnesian War, and Other Conflicts Involving the Spartan ArmyThe Trojan War: An Enthralling Overview of a Legendary Conflict of Ancient Greece and Its Role in History and Greek MythologyIn part one of this book, you will discover:The origin and foundations of ancient Sparta;The role of mythical divinity in the emergence of Sparta;Wars and conquests that helped shape Sparta’s foreign relations;The lives and times of the great kings and heroes of Sparta;The unique socio-political structure of classical and post-classical Sparta;The famous agoge and Sparta’s prestigious military;A typical day as a citizen or non-citizen living in ancient Sparta;And much, much more!In part two of this book, you will discover:Why the war startedHow one face launched a thousand shipsAbout the tricksters – and the tricked!Myth or history – which parts are which?Who were the Trojans?Who were the Achaeans?Was it kidnapping or did they elope?Achilles’ heel – why was it so vulnerable?The many prophecies – and their fulfilmentDeath of heroes – depending on which side of the sea you lived!How Ancient Greeks viewed the Trojan WarModern-day discoveries and interpretationsScroll up and click the “add to cart” button to learn more about Sparta and the Trojan War!