The Grecian Deluge

By Augusta Larned

Book Overview

The Grecian Deluge is a historical novel written by Augusta Larned. The book is set in ancient Greece and tells the story of a young woman named Thais who is caught up in the devastating flood that destroys her city. Thais is a priestess of the goddess Athena and is tasked with protecting the sacred statue of the goddess during the flood. She is joined by a group of survivors, including a young soldier named Leontes, and together they must navigate the dangerous waters and find a way to survive.As they journey through the flooded city, Thais and Leontes develop a deep bond and find themselves falling in love. However, their love is threatened by the dangers of the flood and the political turmoil that surrounds them. The city is in chaos as rival factions fight for power, and Thais and Leontes must navigate this dangerous landscape in order to stay alive.The Grecian Deluge is a gripping tale of love, survival, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of ancient Greece. Larned's vivid descriptions of the flood and its aftermath bring the story to life, and her characters are complex and compelling. This book is perfect for fans of historical fiction and anyone who loves a good adventure story.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Old Tales Retold from Grecian Mythology in Talks Around the Fire, by Augusta Larned. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766102505.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425337767
• ISBN13: 9781425337766
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"