“Alexander, of whom men tell many legends, lived by his own. Achilles must have Patroklos. He might love his Briseis; but Patroklos was the friend till death. At their tombs in Troy, Alexander and Hephaistion had sacrificed together. Wound Patroklos, and Achilles will have your blood.”
Quote by Mary Renault
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Mary Renault
Mary Renault was a British writer renowned for her historical novels, often set in ancient Greece. Her works, characterized by detailed portrayals of ancient Greek society and profound character development, have won her a wide readership. Renault's unique writing style has left a lasting impact on the genre of historical fiction. more
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