In Carl Friedrich Becker's 'The Story of Achilles', the reader is taken on an epic journey through the life of the mythological hero Achilles. Becker's prose is both captivating and descriptive, immersing the reader in the world of ancient Greece and the Trojan War. Through vivid storytelling and rich character development, Becker brings to life the complex emotions and choices faced by Achilles, making this book a compelling read for lovers of Greek mythology and literary fiction alike. Carl Friedrich Becker, a renowned scholar of ancient Greek literature, uses his expertise to provide readers with a deep insight into the myth of Achilles. His thorough research and understanding of the historical context in which Achilles' story takes place enrich the narrative and make it a valuable contribution to the study of Greek mythology. I highly recommend 'The Story of Achilles' to anyone interested in delving into the world of Greek mythology from a fresh perspective. Becker's masterful storytelling and scholarly approach make this book a must-read for both students of literature and fans of ancient mythology.
Zusammenfassung
In tracing the legacy of Achilles in connection with the Trojan war, this book follows the lines of Homer's Iliad. The author gives a graphic picture of the stirring events in the ten years' siege main-tained by the Greeks, under the leadership of Agamemnon, king of Mycenae, in their finally suc-cessful effort to redress the injury done to Menelaus, king of Sparta, whose wife, Helen, was carried off by Paris. The striking points in this thrilling narrative are the quarrel between Agamemnon and Achilles; the exploits of Hector, noblest character of them all; the human impersonations of the gods, who take part in the strife some on one side, some on the other; the death of Patroclus; the final reconciliation of Achilles and Agamemnon and the former's tremendous exploits; the death of Hector, and the touching interview with the aged Priam, who seeks to recover his body.