Protector: A Novel of Ancient Greece

The epic adventure of Themistocles continues in this latest installment of Conn Iggulden's Athenian series, taking readers on a vivid journey through the greatest naval battle of the ancient world.

With Xerxes standing over the smoking ruins of Athens and an army of slaves at his back, Themistocles must risk everything to protect his country.

Over three long days, the Battle of Salamis unfolds, pitting the democracy of Athens against the tyranny of Persia.

But the battle is far from over, as the Persians return to reconquer the Greeks less than a year later at the Battle of Plataea.

For the Spartans, it's a chance to avenge their defeat at Thermopylae, while for the people of Athens, survival of democracy is at stake.

Will Themistocles risk everything once again to protect his country? Find out in this gripping and informative historical fiction novel from one of today's most acclaimed authors, Conn Iggulden.