Troy: The New Evidence

by Bruce W. Johnson

The Legend of Troy is one of the greatest epics in all our shared culture. For more than three thousand years it has captivated us with its tale of the beautiful Helen, her gallant suitors, and the star-crossed love affair which led to a calamitous war.
Paris, Agamemnon, Helen and Achilles, the names roll down the centuries, never to be forgotten, and yet what do we truly know?
The story of Troy was passed on by word of mouth for 500 years. When it was finally written down there were several different versions which disagreed on some of the most essential facts.

There are still many questions which have not been fully answered;
Where was Troy? How big and how powerful was it?
Did Helen really elope with Paris or was she stolen away?
Were there really a thousand ships? How do we know?
Did Agamemnon really sacrifice his daughter just to make the wind blow?
How could Troy survive a siege that lasted for ten years?
What was the real secret of Achilles?
Who were the Amazons?
Was the wooden horse real?

At last, research can provide the answers!
This new book brings together a vast body of research which has taken place in the past 30 years, based on current archaeological work, rediscovered written sources and new interpretations of the legend itself.
Here at last we can begin to pass beyond the mists of time to uncover the genuine historical facts about the Trojan Wars. If anything the truth is even more exciting than the legend.

393 pages, Paperback

Published June 12, 2025

About the author

As an author my aim is to bring happiness to my readers.

I have always had a fascination with history, and way back in 1985 I decided to write a novel based on the Trojan Wars. That proved to be extremely difficult because the well known story of Troy simply did not agree with the findings of modern archaeologists. I spent thirty years doing research in my spare time and produced three non-fiction books on the Late Bronze Age, until finally I had command of the facts and could finally complete the historical romance book which I had always planned. That book was called "Helen of Troy - Her true story was never told" and I think the reviews I have received will provide you with an excellent introduction.

Along the way I undertook another pet project, with three books of fantasy stories starting with "Demon Tales." There was a pattern running through these short stories, a particular reason for writing them, but it would be a spoiler if explained it here. Its all in the last story of each book.

I have also written two light-hearted books packed with funny stories; "Inspirations" charts my career as a schoolteacher, spending 45 years working with teenagers. "Conversations" begins with an incident when I was arrested in Russia, leading to conversations and reminiscences, a wide-ranging collection of funny stories, tall-tales and anecdotes. That set is not yet complete - one day I hope to publish the story of my family which I have traced back before 1500.

Knowing that someone has enjoyed my writing means more to me that royalties or fame ever could. Whether you are an old friend or a new fan, I look forward to your reviews and your messages.

Bruce