Tales of Troy: Ulysses, the Sacker of Cities

Name: Tales of Troy: Ulysses, the Sacker of Cities
Author: Andrew Lang

By Andrew Lang

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The collection retells episodes from the Trojan cycle centered on the resourceful Greek leader whose cunning shapes key events. It sketches his upbringing and island home, recounts courtship and abduction that spark the war, and follows major battles and personal confrontations such as the death of Patroclus, Achilles' vengeance, the combats with Amazons and Memnon, and the slaying of Paris. It emphasizes the hero's clever stratagems, including the invention of the wooden horse, and concludes with the sack of the city and the rescue of the returned woman. The tone combines narrative compression with mythic detail.

About the Author

Andrew Lang

Andrew Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, and literary critic, known for his contributions to folklore and mythology. He is perhaps best recognized for his work "A Collection of Ballads," which showcases his interest in traditional narratives. Lang was a prolific writer, producing numerous essays and books on various subjects, including history and literature. His literary style often blended humor with scholarly insight, making his works accessible to a broad audience. In addition to his original writings, he is celebrated for his role in popularizing fairy tales through his collections, which have become integral to the study of folklore.