Category: Historical Fiction, Military
Language: EnglishKeywords: Ancient Ancient History Golden Age Greece Historical War
Written by Conn Iggulden
Read by Tim McInnerny
Format: M4B
Bitrate: 64 Kbps
#1 Lion
Ancient Greece, 5th century BC
The age of myths and legends has given way to the world of men. In the front rank stands Pericles, Lion of Athens.
Behind Pericles lies the greatest city of the ancient world. Before him, on land and at sea, stands the merciless Persian army. Both sides are spoiling for war.
Though still a young man, Pericles knows one thing: to fight a war you must first win the peace.
It’s time for a hero to rise.
For his enemies to tremble.
And for Athens, a city of wisdom and warriors, to shine with glory . . .
(14 hours and 16 minutes)
#2 Empire
Even during times of peace, the threat of SpartaâAthens’s legendary rivalâlooms large on the horizon. When a sudden catastrophe brings Sparta to its knees, Pericles sees a golden opportunity.
Sparta may be weak, but their power is far from extinguished.
(13 hours and 8 minutes)
Penguin Audio. 2022-2023
#1 Lion
Ancient Greece, 5th century BC
The age of myths and legends has given way to the world of men. In the front rank stands Pericles, Lion of Athens.
Behind Pericles lies the greatest city of the ancient world. Before him, on land and at sea, stands the merciless Persian army. Both sides are spoiling for war.
Though still a young man, Pericles knows one thing: to fight a war you must first win the peace.
It’s time for a hero to rise.
For his enemies to tremble.
And for Athens, a city of wisdom and warriors, to shine with glory . . .
(14 hours and 16 minutes)
#2 Empire
Even during times of peace, the threat of SpartaâAthens’s legendary rivalâlooms large on the horizon. When a sudden catastrophe brings Sparta to its knees, Pericles sees a golden opportunity.
Sparta may be weak, but their power is far from extinguished.
(13 hours and 8 minutes)
Penguin Audio. 2022-2023