Zoe, an Athenian Tale (1824)

Zoe, An Athenian Tale is a historical novel written by John Campbell Colquhoun and first published in 1824. The story is set in ancient Athens and follows the life of Zoe, a young woman who is born into a wealthy family but is forced to flee her home after her father is accused of treason. Zoe is taken in by a group of philosophers who teach her about the world and help her to develop her own ideas and beliefs.As Zoe grows older, she becomes involved in the political and social issues of Athens, including the struggle for democracy and the rights of women. She falls in love with a young man named Pericles, but their relationship is threatened by the political turmoil of the times.Throughout the book, Colquhoun weaves together historical events and characters with fictional ones, creating a vivid and engaging portrait of life in ancient Athens. The novel explores themes of love, loss, freedom, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world.Zoe, An Athenian Tale is a classic work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on ancient Greece and the struggles of its people. It remains a beloved and influential work of literature to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.