The Persians Are Coming is a thrilling and beautifully illustrated retelling of the Persian Wars, written by multi-award-winning author Tom Holland and illustrated by Jason Cockcroft. It is a must-have for fans of Greek myths and military history, and has received critical acclaim for its vivid storytelling and stunning illustrations.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 04 May 2023
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

“The Persians are coming…” Hearing these words,Gorgo of Sparta is plunged into a dangerous world of vengeful gods and invincible heroes. For a mighty empire threatens Athens,Sparta and all who stand in its path... Calling on the ancient power to transform into a wolf and the blood of Zeus that runs through her veins,Gorgo must lead her nation in one of history's greatest wars. Multi-award-winning author Tom Holland and acclaimed illustrator Jason Cockcroft boldly weave myth and history in this dramatic tale of Greeks and Gods. Gripping and powerful,this extraordinary illustrated novel will be treasured by readers young and old. Ideal for fans of Percy Jackson and Kevin Crossley-Holland,and the mythical retellings of Madeline Miller,Pat Barker and Stephen Fry,this is a book to be read again and again. BREATHTAKING adventure on every page,and just the kind of detail,colour and vitality that young readers adore. STEPHEN FRY A spectacularly illustrated account of the Persian Wars ... A MUST-HAVE for any child who loves Greek myths. THE SUNDAY TIMES “A RIP-ROARING,ADRENALINE-FILLED recounting of the infamous Persian wars [...] a gripping and educational volume. […] Gorgeously illustrated.” DAILY MAIL SPECTACULAR ... A tour de force for mythology and military history fans.” GUARDIAN A GLORIOUS WHITE-KNUCKLE RIDE through classical history ... a book that any child is likely to remember well into their later years. DAILY TELEGRAPH A GLORIOUS mixture – of history,fiction and thrilling legend,with pictures to swim the Hellespont for.

Myth Meets History in a Blockbuster Retelling of the Persian Wars

From multi-award-winning author Tom Holland, the bestselling author of Rubicon and Persian Fire, comes a thrilling and visually stunning retelling of the Persian Wars. The Persians Are Coming is a gripping tale that follows Gorgo of Sparta as she is drawn into a world of vengeful gods and invincible heroes. With a mighty empire threatening Athens, Sparta, and all who stand in its path, Gorgo must summon the ancient power within her to transform into a wolf and harness the blood of Zeus that flows through her veins. Together, she and her nation must embark on one of history's greatest wars.

Illustrated by the talented Jason Cockcroft, The Persians Are Coming is a must-have for any child who loves Greek myths. With its breathtaking illustrations, this extraordinary illustrated novel will captivate readers of all ages. It is the perfect choice for fans of Percy Jackson and Kevin Crossley-Holland, as well as those who enjoy the mythical retellings of Madeline Miller, Pat Barker, and Stephen Fry.

A Spectacularly Illustrated Account of the Persian Wars

The Persians Are Coming is a spectacularly illustrated account of the Persian Wars. It is a must-have for any child who loves Greek myths. The Sunday Times describes it as a "rip-roaring, adrenaline-filled recounting of the infamous Persian wars [...] a gripping and educational volume." The Daily Mail calls it a "spectacularly illustrated account of the Persian Wars ... a MUST-HAVE for any child who loves Greek myths." The Guardian describes it as a "glorious white-knuckle ride through classical history ... a book that any child is likely to remember well into their later years." The Daily Telegraph describes it as a "glorious mixture – of history, fiction, and thrilling legend, with pictures to swim the Hellespont for."

A Glorious White-Knuckle Ride Through Classical History

The Persians Are Coming is a glorious white-knuckle ride through classical history. It is a book that any child is likely to remember well into their later years. The Sunday Times describes it as a "rip-roaring, adrenaline-filled recounting of the infamous Persian wars [...] a gripping and educational volume." The Daily Mail calls it a "spectacularly illustrated account of the Persian Wars ... a MUST-HAVE for any child who loves Greek myths." The Guardian describes it as a "glorious white-knuckle ride through classical history ... a book that any child is likely to remember well into their later years." The Daily Telegraph describes it as a "glorious mixture – of history, fiction, and thrilling legend, with pictures to swim the Hellespont for."

A Glorious Mixture of History, Fiction, and Thrilling Legend

The Persians Are Coming is a glorious mixture of history, fiction, and thrilling legend. It is a book that any child is likely to remember well into their later years. The Sunday Times describes it as a "rip-roaring, adrenaline-filled recounting of the infamous Persian wars [...] a gripping and educational volume." The Daily Mail calls it a "spectacularly illustrated account of the Persian Wars ... a MUST-HAVE for any child who loves Greek myths." The Guardian describes it as a "glorious white-knuckle ride through classical history ... a book that any child is likely to remember well into their later years." The Daily Telegraph describes it as a "glorious mixture – of history, fiction, and thrilling legend, with pictures to swim the Hellespont for."

A Book That Any Child Is Likely to Remember Well Into Their Later Years

The Persians Are Coming is a book that any child is likely to remember well into their later years. The Sunday Times describes it as a "rip-roaring, adrenaline-filled recounting of the infamous Persian wars [...] a gripping and educational volume." The Daily Mail calls it a "spectacularly illustrated account of the Persian Wars ... a MUST-HAVE for any child who loves Greek myths." The Guardian describes it as a "glorious white-knuckle ride through classical history ... a book that any child is likely to remember well into their later years." The Daily Telegraph describes it as a "glorious mixture – of history, fiction, and thrilling legend, with pictures to swim the Hellespont for."

Weight: 950g
Dimension: 280 x 200 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781406394740