The Persian Boy
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GoryDetails
of Nashua, New Hampshire USA on 1/10/2012
This Book is Currently in the Wild!
GoryDetails of Nashua, New Hampshire USA on 1/10/2012 This Book is Currently in the Wild!
4 journalers for this copy...
I found this slightly-battered paperback (different cover than shown) at a local library or charity sale. As I really love the book I'm always glad to find another release copy.
One of Renault's series of historical novels about Alexander the Great, this book is from the point of view of a young Persian eunuch who becomes Alexander's attendant and lover; the novel covers the period from Alexander's first major victories in Persia through his death. The historical details are, I believe, quite accurate (though there's considerable controversy about the facts of Alexander's life), but while the fictionalized "Persian boy" is based on a real character, the author has taken considerable liberty with him in order to fill in the background of one of the most colorful and memorable historical figures of all time. While taking us along to the battles, journeys, and travails of Alexander and his troops, this book is really more of a love story, and it's a beautiful one at that - touching, and believable. (One of my favorite aspects of the story was the way Bagoas and Hephaestion dealt with their situations - they were jealous of each other and worried about the other's influence with Alexander, yet they developed a kind of respect as they realized the extent of each other's devotion.) And I admit to getting quite teary at the end!
One of Renault's series of historical novels about Alexander the Great, this book is from the point of view of a young Persian eunuch who becomes Alexander's attendant and lover; the novel covers the period from Alexander's first major victories in Persia through his death. The historical details are, I believe, quite accurate (though there's considerable controversy about the facts of Alexander's life), but while the fictionalized "Persian boy" is based on a real character, the author has taken considerable liberty with him in order to fill in the background of one of the most colorful and memorable historical figures of all time. While taking us along to the battles, journeys, and travails of Alexander and his troops, this book is really more of a love story, and it's a beautiful one at that - touching, and believable. (One of my favorite aspects of the story was the way Bagoas and Hephaestion dealt with their situations - they were jealous of each other and worried about the other's influence with Alexander, yet they developed a kind of respect as they realized the extent of each other's devotion.) And I admit to getting quite teary at the end!
I'm adding this book to k00kaburra's Ancient World bookbox; hope someone enjoys it! [The mailing order is in this forum thread, and the bookbox journal can be seen here.] The box will be on its way soon.
*** Released for the 2012 LGBT History Month challenge. ***
*** Released for the 2012 LGBT History Month challenge. ***
I've always heard this is a very good book, but never read anything by Renault (and I love historical fiction). So I think this needs to be added to my stacks. (I think I do have a copy of The King Must Die.) Thanks again, GoryD!
Sadly, MaryZee passed suddenly in September 2012. MaryZee's daughter is now ready to rehome her mom's books and I was willing to collect and redistribute them to keep her literary legacy alive.
Journal Entry 5 by KateKintail at Gaithersburg City Hall Concert Pavilion And Grounds in Gaithersburg, Maryland USA on Friday, May 10, 2019
Released 4 yrs ago (5/18/2019 UTC) at Gaithersburg City Hall Concert Pavilion And Grounds in Gaithersburg, Maryland USA
WILD RELEASE NOTES:
Will be giving this book away at the BookCrossing tent at the Gaithersburg Book Festival 2019!
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Making a journal entry here lets me know the book has been found and is safe in your hands. The book is yours now! Read it, give it to a friend, pass it on, or keep it forever--it's your choice.
If you pass it on to someone or leave it "in the wild" for someone else to find, please make another journal entry or release notes here to explain that it's travelling to find another home.
You can remain anonymous on the website or join BookCrossing. Joining is free, safe, and spam free and you'll get an e-mail every time a new person finds this book. You'll be able to watch it move around and find out what other readers thought of it.
I hope you enjoy the book. Happy reading!
