Whom The Gods Destroyed (1902) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163898659 : 1163898651 : 10 Sep 2010 : Whom The Gods Destroyed is a novel written by Josephine Dodge Bacon and published in 1902. The story takes place in ancient Greece and centers around the life of a young woman named Atossa. Atossa is the daughter of a wealthy merchant who is determined to marry her off to a powerful man in order to increase his own social status. However, Atossa is in love with a young soldier named Harmodius, who is not of the same social class as her.As Atossa and Harmodius struggle to be together, they become embroiled in the political turmoil of their time. The ruling class is corrupt and oppressive, and the people are beginning to rebel against their leaders. Atossa and Harmodius find themselves caught up in the revolution, fighting for the freedom of their fellow citizens.Throughout the novel, Atossa and Harmodius face many challenges and obstacles, including betrayal, imprisonment, and even death.