“Entonces vi que su heroísmo no era el de un Aquiles. No era un superhombre que chapoteaba invulnerable en la matanza, matando con una sola mano al enemigo por miríadas. No era más que un hombre que cumplía con su tarea. Una tarea cuya principal atribución era el autocontrol y la compostura, no para sí mismo sino para que los hombres que estaban a sus órdenes siguieran su ejemplo.”
This novel delves into the events surrounding the famous Battle of Thermopylae, offering a detailed account of the Persian Wars and the heroic stand of the Greek forces led by King Leonidas. more
Steven Pressfield, born in 1943, is a renowned author known for his historical and war novels. His works are highly appreciated for their deep historical insights and vivid depiction of war scenes. more
“Even tied up, he was stronger and more commanding than any man she'd ever met.”
“I'm a Blackmoore, Felicity. I get what I want.”