The Greek Treasure: A Biographical Novel Of Henry And Sophia Schliemann
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The Greek Treasure is a richly imagined biographical novel that chronicles the remarkable lives of Heinrich Schliemann, the self-made businessman turned archaeologist, and his young Greek wife Sophia, whose shared obsession with Homer's ancient world led to one of the most extraordinary discoveries in the history of archaeology. Irving Stone, celebrated master of the biographical novel, reconstructs their passionate partnership as they defy the academic establishment and embark on a relentless quest to uncover the ruins of Troy and Mycenae. Written with vivid period detail and emotional depth, the narrative illustrates how love, ambition, and an unshakeable belief in the literal truth of Homer's epics drove two remarkable individuals to rewrite the history of the ancient world. Stone presents the Schliemanns not merely as historical figures but as fully human characters — driven, flawed, and ultimately triumphant — in a story that reads with all the urgency and sweep of the epic poems that inspired them.
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Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, chipped and worn with some minor damage. Page Condition: Yellowed. Markings: No visible markings. Binding: Intact. Stickers/Labels: None visible.
The Greek Treasure is a richly imagined biographical novel that chronicles the remarkable lives of Heinrich Schliemann, the self-made businessman turned archaeologist, and his young Greek wife Sophia, whose shared obsession with Homer's ancient world led to one of the most extraordinary discoveries in the history of archaeology. Irving Stone, celebrated master of the biographical novel, reconstructs their passionate partnership as they defy the academic establishment and embark on a relentless quest to uncover the ruins of Troy and Mycenae. Written with vivid period detail and emotional depth, the narrative illustrates how love, ambition, and an unshakeable belief in the literal truth of Homer's epics drove two remarkable individuals to rewrite the history of the ancient world. Stone presents the Schliemanns not merely as historical figures but as fully human characters — driven, flawed, and ultimately triumphant — in a story that reads with all the urgency and sweep of the epic poems that inspired them.
