Achilles

Mili, M. (2012) Achilles. In: Bagnall, R. S. (ed.) The Encyclopedia of Ancient History. Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN 9781444338386 (doi: 10.1002/9781444338386.wbeah17003)

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Abstract

Achilles, son of Thetis and Peleus, was the mightiest hero of the TrojanWar. His kingdom included Phthia, Hellas, and Pelasgian Argos in Thessaly, and he ruled over the Myrmidons, Hellenes, and Achaians.

Item Type:Book Sections (Encyclopaedia entry)
Status:Published
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Mili, Dr Maria
Authors: Mili, M.
College/School:College of Arts & Humanities > School of Humanities > Classics
Publisher:Wiley-Blackwell
ISBN:9781444338386
Published Online:26 October 2012

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