Empire: Enter the battlefields of Ancient Greece in the epic new novel from the multi-million copy bestseller

Pericles, the Lion of Athens, tries to save Athens from the Persian Empire in the Golden Age series by Conn Iggulden. Pericles is a hero and leader, but Sparta threatens the peace. When a catastrophe brings Sparta to its knees, Pericles sees an opportunity to shift the balance of power. However, a ruthless young boy steps forward to lead the Spartans back to greatness, and Pericles must rise to protect his empire. The book is praised for its gripping story, energy, violence, and stirring speeches.

Format: Hardback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 25 May 2023
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Pericles, the legendary Lion of Athens, embarks on a perilous quest to save his beloved city from the clutches of the Persian Empire. This captivating historical novel, written by the masterful storyteller Conn Iggulden, takes readers on a thrilling journey back to the Golden Age of Greece. Iggulden's vivid descriptions and masterful storytelling bring the Greek world to life, capturing the sights, sounds, and smells of Athens with gripping brilliance.

But Pericles is not just a hero; he is the leader of Athens, the empire's beacon of light. Even in times of peace, the threat of Sparta, Athens's legendary rival, looms large on the horizon. When a sudden catastrophe brings Sparta to its knees, Pericles sees a golden opportunity to forever shift the balance of power in his city's favor. For sometimes, the only way to win lasting peace is to wage war.

Sparta may be weak, but their power is far from extinguished. Soon, a ruthless young boy steps forward to lead the Spartans back to greatness. As the drums of battle draw closer, can Pericles rise once more? Or will the world's greatest empire fall under his watch?

Praise for Conn Iggulden:

"A gripping read from the master historical storyteller." - The Daily Express

"This swords-and-sandals epic brings the clash of empires between Greece and Persia to life." - Daily Express

"Pacy and propulsive, cracking with energy, violence, and stirring speeches, Iggulden chronicles power struggles, political machinations, and the bloodthirsty ravages of up-close combat." - Daily Mail

"Iggulden tells an absolutely cracking story. The pace is nail-biting, and the set dressing magnificent." - The Times

"Sunday Times bestseller, June 2023." - Sunday Times

Weight: 660g
Dimension: 165 x 245 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241513149