The Arrows of Hercules by L Sprague De Camp

The Arrows of Hercules by L Sprague De Camp

Set in the time of Dionysios I of Syracuse, at the beginning of the 4th century BC, Th e Arrows of Hercules tells the tale of Zopyros of Tarentum, an engineer who invents an improved type of catapult. *** He is quickly drafted by Dionysios into Syracuse's war efforts against Carthage, which sets him on a series of adventures including a battle against Etruscan pirates and a kidnapping in Carthage. *** L. Sprague's meticulous attention to historical accuracy makes this a remarkable read which entertains as much as it teaches us about fascinating events that shaped the course of history. *** ---------- Exciting and quite believable adventures.-Classical World ---------- Rousing piece of fi ction.pace is rapid and unrelenting. -Th e Arizona Republic ---------- Highly Recommended.intriguing novel.-Library Journal

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Title	The Arrows of Hercules
Author	L Sprague De Camp
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