The Winged Helmet (1905)

By Harold Steele Mackaye

Book Overview

The Winged Helmet is a novel written by Harold Steele Mackaye and published in 1905. The story is set in ancient Greece and follows the life of a young man named Phaon who dreams of becoming a hero. He is a skilled athlete and warrior, but lacks the confidence and courage to fulfill his dreams.Phaon's life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers a magical helmet with wings that gives him the power to fly. With his newfound ability, he sets out on a journey to prove himself as a hero and win the heart of the beautiful Princess Ione.Along the way, Phaon faces many challenges and battles dangerous monsters and enemies. He also learns important lessons about courage, honor, and the true meaning of heroism.The Winged Helmet is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of ancient Greece and the heroic ideals of its people. It is a timeless tale of bravery and self-discovery that will inspire readers of all ages.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: 1104409178
• ISBN13: 9781104409173
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 428 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"