Trojan War Stories: “Diary of the Guy Who Drove the Trojan Horse back from Troy”
The Trojan War has played an enduring role across centuries in our culture. But interestingly, the famous Greek conflict has enjoyed a renaissance of popularity recently. I’d love to hear anyone’s theories on why this moment, but the Trojan myths are blossoming across books, film, video games, and now the comical side of the venerable New York Times.
In the “Daily Shouts” section James Folta writes a humorous diary. One quick reminder before you click through–Homer never mentions the Trojan Horse in his telling of the war poem the Iliad. Homer’s epic poem ends before all that final drama, for what I think are some very good storytelling and heroic tradition reasons. So for those who love Greek mythology and literature, and wish to put a smile on their faces, click on The New Yorker “Diary of the Guy Who Drove the Trojan Horse back from Troy.”
On the more serious side:
Every wondered if the Trojan War happened? I’ve given the topic a couple stabs on this website.
Here for “The Trojan War: History or Myth.” Or here for “Did the Trojan War Really Happen?”
Though probably not intended as such, I found the image of the Trojan Horse on the Mykonos vase as amusing as the article—all those profiled warriors made me think of passengers on a streetcar. Thanks for the smile.
Yes! The windows would probably have been a major giveaway about the ruse 🙂
I’ve always loved that vase. “Hey, guys, I’m showing you the insides. See all the men hiding in there.”
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