The Burning Of Rome: Or A Story Of The Days Of Nero (1891)
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ISBN10: 1165546361
ISBN13: 9781165546367
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 370
Weight: 1.09
Height: 0.77 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781165546367
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 370
Weight: 1.09
Height: 0.77 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Burning of Rome: Or A Story of the Days of Nero is a historical fiction novel written by Alfred John Church and published in 1891. The book is set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero and follows the story of Marcus, a young Roman soldier who becomes embroiled in the political intrigues and power struggles of the time. As Rome burns, Marcus finds himself torn between his loyalty to the emperor and his growing sympathy for the persecuted Christians. The novel explores themes of religious persecution, political corruption, and the struggle for power in ancient Rome. The Burning of Rome is a gripping and suspenseful tale that offers a vivid and detailed depiction of life in ancient Rome. Church's extensive knowledge of Roman history and culture is evident throughout the book, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in this fascinating period of history. The novel is also notable for its sympathetic portrayal of the early Christian church, which was often persecuted and oppressed during this time. Overall, The Burning of Rome is a well-written and engaging historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Rome. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Roman history, religious persecution, or political intrigue.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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