BIG STONE CITY, S.D., July 1, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Was it ever mentioned in the famous Iliad that Paris and Helen bore children? In author Troy Newton's exciting story The Gift, discover many never-heard-before-told Trojan insights -- and this is merely one of the many secrets.
In this intriguing book, follow Stephen Derbredemyer, a poor boy with rich hopes. When he was young, Stephen's eyes would gleam as he listened to his father tell legends of long ago, especially his favorite story -- the Trojan War. Life was hard for this son of a laborer, yet high hopes and dreams never left his heart. True enough, his life takes an interesting turn after he goes to Hamburg for an apprentice job. As he meets a beautiful girl and gradually discovers his unique talent, he takes a giant leap in achieving his dream. Stephen realizes that if he touches an ancient artifact, he suddenly finds himself standing in the same exact place, except -- he is now in the past! With this very extraordinary talent, he is able to provide the real accounts of the legends as he witnesses the actual events of the story unfold before his very eyes.
Amusingly providing different yet interesting points of view of the Trojan War, this compelling book will surely captivate the hearts of young and old alike. Join Stephen in his visions and learn thrilling secrets as he unravels the mysteries in this exciting story, The Gift. For more information, log on to www.Xlibris.com.
About the Author
Troy Newton lives with his wife in South Dakota and has always been inspired by the legend of the Trojan War. He wrote this book based on both history and imagination.
The Gift * by Troy Newton
Publication Date: June 30, 2009
Trade Paperback; $19.99; 398 pages; 978-1-4415-1923-8
Cloth Hardback; $29.99; 398 pages; 978-1-4415-1924-5
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