Books
by Natalie Haynes
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A Thousand Ships |
In this fine retelling of the Trojan War and its aftermath, it is the women - Trojan, Spartan, Amazon - who take centre-stage as we see through their eyes the men who fought it on both sides. It all rings true and brings to life and makes so accessible this seminal classic - no need for Latin and Greek here to get to the nitty gritty of this story of stories. A moving, intelligent and witty book!
(Kathie Somerwil Ayrton - bwl 114 Autumn 2024) |
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Pandora's Jar |
Natalie Haynes is a historian with a flair for bringing the classics alive. She is keen to shine a light on hidden and forgotten characters; to allow a more balanced view. She is particularly interested in women. Here she turns her attention to the women in Greek mythology and stories. She is fascinating, enthusiastic, articulate and passionate. I must now go and read Euripides properly. Her message – there is always more to the story . . .
(Ferelith Hordon - bwl 109 Summer 2023) |
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