A review by tanyarobinson
The Song of Troy by Colleen McCullough

3.0

McCullough's "Song of Troy" tells the story of the legendary 10 year-long Trojan War, drawing from Homer's "Illiad" as well as multiple ancient literary and historical sources. While the "Illiad" accepts the reality of Olympus's Pantheon of Gods, "Song of Troy" gives human explanations along with the traditions. For example, Achilles dies not because his heel was not dipped in immortalizing waters, but because Paris finds a vulnerable spot in his gold-plated armor. I enjoyed the book; it provided a great way to be familiar with the heroes and legends of classic Greek literature.