Patroclus And Penelope: A Chat In The Saddle

By Theodore Ayrault Dodge

Book Overview

""Patroclus and Penelope: A Chat in the Saddle"" is a book written by Theodore Ayrault Dodge. It is a historical fiction novel that takes the reader on a journey through the ancient world of Greece. The story revolves around two main characters, Patroclus and Penelope, who are both horse enthusiasts and avid riders. The book begins with Patroclus, a young prince who is sent to live with the legendary warrior Achilles. He becomes Achilles' closest friend and companion, and they embark on many adventures together. Along the way, Patroclus meets Penelope, a young woman who is also passionate about horses and riding. They quickly become friends and begin to share their love of horses with each other. As the story progresses, the two friends find themselves caught up in the Trojan War. They must use their skills as riders and warriors to help their side emerge victorious. Throughout the book, the reader is taken on a thrilling journey through battles, romance, and the ancient world of Greece.Overall, ""Patroclus and Penelope: A Chat in the Saddle"" is a captivating novel that combines historical accuracy with imaginative storytelling. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greece, horse riding, or epic adventures.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: 1163230618
• ISBN13: 9781163230619
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"