Pantheon Books, New York. Copyright 1956. Hardcover with dust jacket. Set in ancient Athens, Mary Renault's historical novel follows Alexias and his relationship with Lysis through athletic competition, philosophical inquiry, and the war against Sparta. Their lives unfold amid the teachings of Socrates and the changing fortunes of their city.
Dust jacket shows surface rubbing, edge tears, and chipping with losses at the corners and spine ends. Rear panel has age toning and scattered spotting.
Dust jacket shows surface rubbing, edge tears, and chipping with losses at the corners and spine ends. Rear panel has age toning and scattered spotting.
Pantheon Books, New York. Copyright 1956. Hardcover with dust jacket. Set in ancient Athens, Mary Renault's historical novel follows Alexias and his relationship with Lysis through athletic competition, philosophical inquiry, and the war against Sparta. Their lives unfold amid the teachings of Socrates and the changing fortunes of their city.
Dust jacket shows surface rubbing, edge tears, and chipping with losses at the corners and spine ends. Rear panel has age toning and scattered spotting.
Dust jacket shows surface rubbing, edge tears, and chipping with losses at the corners and spine ends. Rear panel has age toning and scattered spotting.
