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Book

The wandering queen : a novel of Dido

Call Number

  • FANTASY HEYW (CEN, OSH)

Publication Information

New York, NY : Dutton, [2026]

Physical Description

322 pages ; 24 cm

Summary

A historical novel for adult readers retelling the story of Dido, legendary founder and queen of Carthage. The narrative follows Elissa, a princess of Tyre, as she navigates court intrigue, betrayal, and exile, ultimately leading her people to establish a new city. Themes include leadership, ambition, love, and personal sacrifice, set against the backdrop of ancient Mediterranean history and mythology, including the arrival of Aeneas from the Trojan War.

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