The Horses Of Diomedes

The Horses of Diomedes is a novel by French author Remy de Gourmont. The story is set in ancient Greece and follows the journey of a young man named Pyrrhus as he attempts to capture the legendary horses of Diomedes. These horses are said to be the offspring of the god of war, Ares, and are known for their ferocity and insatiable hunger for human flesh.Pyrrhus is joined on his quest by a group of warriors, including his best friend, Philotas, and a beautiful and mysterious woman named Hippolyta. Together, they must navigate treacherous terrain and battle fierce enemies in order to reach the land of Diomedes and capture the horses.As they journey deeper into the heart of enemy territory, Pyrrhus begins to question his own motivations and the morality of his mission. He is forced to confront the harsh realities of war and the toll it takes on both the victors and the vanquished.The Horses of Diomedes is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of violence. De Gourmont's vivid descriptions of ancient Greece and its mythology bring the story to life, and his complex characters and nuanced exploration of moral ambiguity make this a compelling read for fans of historical fiction and epic adventure tales.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.