Article: George, Margaret. Helen of Troy.(CDs)(Young adult review)(Brief article)(Audiobook review)

GEORGE, Margaret. Helen of Troy. Read by Justine Eyre. 25 cds. 30.5 hrs. Books onTape. 2006. 1-4159-2997-1. $119.20.Vinyl; plot notes. SA

The face that launched a thousand ships acquires an engaging, intelligent and surprisingly guileless voice in George's sweeping novel. Daughter of Leda and the god Zeus, her historical significance prophesized, Helen is sheltered as a child so as to cheat the Fates. It is not until she nears marriageable age that she is told the secret of her divine heritage and catches a first glimpse of her appearance. She marries young to feel less isolated, choosing Menelaus, who, she hopes, will be both a partner and friend. Instead, she ...

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