
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks
Set in the aftermath of Troy’s destruction, this retelling follows the pious warrior Aeneas as he struggles to honor his fallen city while obeying the will of the gods. Guided by prophetic visions and a sense of duty, he gathers a band of survivors and sets sail across an uncertain Mediterranean. Early on, a fierce storm tests his leadership, and the fleet is driven toward the mysterious shores of Carthage, where a powerful queen awaits.
There the narrative unfolds with striking encounters—political intrigue, cultural clashes, and the pull of destiny that hints at a future empire. The storytelling balances lyrical description of exotic locales with the raw emotions of a people in exile, making the ancient world feel immediate and vivid. Listeners will be drawn into Aeneas’s inner conflict between personal longing and the monumental purpose that seems to shape every step of his journey.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (221K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Jul 1, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

d. 1916
Known for retelling classical legends for younger readers, this late 19th- and early 20th-century writer helped bring stories from Troy, Ulysses, and Aeneas into the classroom. His books are straightforward, vivid adaptations that turn ancient material into readable adventure.
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