The destruction of Troy, in three books
Subtitle: the I. shewing the founders and foundation of the said city, with the causes and manner how it was sacked and first destroyed by Hercules. The II. how it was re-edified, and how Hercules slew King Laomedon, and destroyed it the second time: and of Hercules his worthy deeds, and his death. The III. how Priamus son of King Laomedon, rebuilded Troy again ... and for the ravishment of Dame Helen ..., the said city was utterly destroyed ....
Contributors: Caxton, William, ca. 1422-1491
Edition: The eleventh edition, corrected and much amended.
Publisher: Printed for T. Passinger ...
Published: 1684
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Subjects: Troy (Extinct city) -- Legends -- Romances.
Genres: Legends
Other titles: Destruction of Troy; Troy
Work titles: Recueil des histoires de Troie.
Notes: Translation, by William Caxton, of: Recueil des histoires de Troie.

Rare ed., printed on London Bridge. The French original was the first book printed by Caxton; the English translation (published in 1475?) was the third.

"Also mentioning the rising and flourishing of divers kings and kingdoms, with the decay and overthrow of others. With many admirable acts of chivalry and martial prowess, effected by valiant knights, in the defence and love of distressed ladies."

Wing (2nd ed.) L933