The destruction of Troy
Subtitle: in three books : ... also mentioning the rising and flourish of diverse 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.
Contributors: Caxton, William, ca. 1422-1491.
Edition: The eighth edition, corrected and much amended.
Series: Early English books, 1641-1700 -- 604:13.
Publisher: Printed for T. Passenger ...
Published: 1670
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Format: Microform
Number of pages: 196
Subjects: Troy (Extinct city) -- History.
Work titles: Recueil des histoires de Troie.
Notes: Vol. 2 has sub-title: The second book: wherein is contained the prowess of the valiant Hercules. v. 3: The third book: wherein is shewed, how the city of Troy was by Priamus ... reedified, and repaired.

Vol. 2 has imprint: London : Printed by T.J. for S. Speed; v. 3: Printed by E.T. and R.H. for T. Passenger.

Translation of Recueil des histoires de Troyes.

Translated from the French by William Caxton.

Vols. 2-3 without edition note.

Reproduction of original in Huntington Library.

Wing L930

Available electronically as part of Early English books online.

Microfilm. Ann Arbor, Mich. : University Microfilms, 1976. 1 microfilm reel ; 35 mm. (Early English books, 1641-1700 ; 604:13)
Table of contents: title: (from t.p.) 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; title: The II. How it was re-edified, and how Hercules slew K. Laomedon, and destroyed it the second time, and of Hercules his worthy deeds, and his death; title: The III. How Priamus, Son of King Laomedon, rebuilded Troy again, more strong than it was before, and for the ravishment of Dame Helen, wife to King Meneclaus of Greece, the said city was utterly destroyed, and Priamus with Hector, and all his sons slain.