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! Read * Spartans at the Gates: A Novel (Warrior Trilogy) by Noble Smith ´ eBook or Kindle ePUB. Spartans at the Gates: A Novel (Warrior Trilogy) The Peloponnesian War has begun. Noble Smith's Spartans at the Gates transports us to the dawn of one of history's most famous wars--a fight that would tear apart the great powers of ancient Greece.. But in the sprawling stronghold of Athens, Nikias encounters perils that prove to be more dangerous than those he has faced on the battlefield. Cut off and alone, the Plataeans have dug in behind their high walls for the coming attack, while the tyrannical Spartans prepare to lay siege.On a r
| Title | : | Spartans at the Gates: A Novel (Warrior Trilogy) |
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.23 (788 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1250025583 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 320 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-04-17 |
| Language | : | English |
Throughout the novel Smith's passion for his subject shines through, and the struggles against the odds of his young heroes, Nikias and Kolax, are told with verve and a keen eye for the detail of life in ancient Greece.” James Aitcheson, author of Sworn Sword“Smith employs excellent research skills to populate the narrative with entertaining historical factoids about food, sex, dress--some of the best centering on Spartan life and ethos--not to mention the assorted duplicities and fragile political alliances among the city-states. The guy knows his subject! But forget the meticulous research. It takes even more talent for an author to convince us we're completely in his world. … Something different for historical fiction fans.” Kirkus Reviews“The fantastic setting is there, the descriptive is there, the research is impeccable, the characters are once again sublime. A truly excellent
JPS said More of the same, or a bit worse?. I have just finished volume "More of the same, or a bit worse?" according to JPS. I have just finished volume 2 of Noble Smith’s trilogy on the siege and fall of Plataea during the “Great War” that pitted Athens and its Delian League against Sparta and its Peloponnesian League. To a large extent, Spartans at the Gates is “more of the same” for those who have not read volume 1 “Sons of Zeus” and it picks up the story where this first volume left it. It is, in fact, written in such a way that you can just about pick it up. of Noble Smith’s trilogy on the siege and fall of Plataea during the “Great War” that pitted Athens and its Delian League against Sparta and its Peloponnesian League. To a large extent, Spartans at the Gates is “more of the same” for those who have not read volume 1 “Sons of Zeus” and it picks up the story where this first volume left it. It is, in fact, written in such a way that you can just about pick it up. LOVED IT! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! A tale of courage, love and sacrifice. Full of blood and gore. Great story and characters. Noble Smith is a talented writer. I was impressed with the editing as I've read so many books lately full of mistakes. I can't say enough good things about this series. Be sure to also read "Sons of Zeus". Thank you Mr. Smith for this highly entertaining read about Ancient Greece. Kudos!. Exciting Action-Packed Adventure! "Spartans at the Gates" is the exciting, action-packed sequel to "Sons of Zeus". It begins with the Spartans entrenched in a Persian Fort awaiting word that Plataea will break their alliance with Athens and sign a treaty with Sparta. Waiting for word from their ambassadors in Athens and expecting little help, the Plataeans under the leadership Arkon Menesarkus are digging in for a long siege, knowing men and women will be called on to defend their walls against the ruthless Sparta
He is also the author of the novella Stolen from Gypsies, the nonfiction book The Wisdom of the Shire: A Short Guide to a Long and Happy Life, and the first book in the Warrior Trilogy, Sons of Zeus. He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife and children. NOBLE SMITH is an award-winning playwright who has worked as a video-game writer, a documentary-film
The Peloponnesian War has begun. Noble Smith's Spartans at the Gates transports us to the dawn of one of history's most famous wars--a fight that would tear apart the great powers of ancient Greece.. But in the sprawling stronghold of Athens, Nikias encounters perils that prove to be more dangerous than those he has faced on the battlefield. Cut off and alone, the Plataeans have dug in behind their high walls for the coming attack, while the tyrannical Spartans prepare to lay siege.On a rugged mountain road, a young Plataean warrior named Nikias rides to Athens on an urgent quest. An army of merciless Spartan invaders have arrived at the gates of Plataea, bent on obliterating the independent city-state and its inhabitants. He
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