The Persian Boy
A Novel of Alexander the Great: A Virago Modern Classic
(Author) Mary Renault
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In this novel, Mary Renault traces the last years of Alexander's life through the eyes of his lover, Bagoas. Bagoas was gelded as a child and was sold as a courtesan to King Darius of Persia before Alexander's army conquered Persia. Initially he was taken on as an attendant to Alexander's household.
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Publisher:
Virago Press
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781844089581
Publish year:
2014
Publish date:
Aug. 7, 2014
Mary Renault
Mary Renault was a British author known for her historical novels set in ancient Greece, most notably "The King Must Die." Her vivid storytelling and meticulous research brought the world of antiquity to life, earning her a reputation as a master of historical fiction and a pioneer in LGBT literature.
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