STAR OF MACEDON

by Karl V. Eiker ‧ RELEASE DATE: April 29, 1957

Gyges, son of noble Mithridates, captured and relegated to slavery by Philip of Macedon, came to admire his captor for the deep-seated loyalty pledged to his country and his determination to aggrandize its power and heighten its glory. To liberate his mother from Philip's concubinage, Gyges promised to acquire the famous horses of the strain of Solomon. This journey, while unsuccessful for the most part, established Gyges as a staunch supporter of Philip and all he represented. As a close friend of Alexander, Philip's son, he was caught between the friction precipitated by Philip's exotic but venomous wife, Olympia. Nevertheless, his actions were always determined by his goal to fulfill the aspirations of the father. After Philip's murder Gyges supported Alexander to realize the dreams of conquering Perain and lands beyond. He ventured to that oriental land to learn of the Great King's military plans and equipment. The mission was executed and Gyges returned with top secret documents and a wife to boot. He participated fully in Alexander's endless march, but always with the eye of a critic. The cruelty and injustice which emerged from Alexander's exploits finally repelled the faithful Gyges whereupon he prepared to leave the service of Macedon. His preparations were halted by Alexander's death, an inevitable design of his wronged countrymen. The historicity of major events outlined by this novel is clear and the author certainly does dramatic justice to them.

Pub Date: April 29, 1957

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Putnam

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: April 1, 1957

Categories: FICTION