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Neaera: A Tale Of Ancient Rome (1886)

Neaera: A Tale Of Ancient Rome (1886)

Graham, John William

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ISBN10: 1164941151
ISBN13: 9781164941156
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 432
Weight: 1.27
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Neaera: A Tale of Ancient Rome is a historical novel written by John William Graham and published in 1886. The book is set in ancient Rome and follows the story of a young woman named Neaera, who is sold into slavery by her father. Neaera is taken to Rome and becomes the property of a wealthy patrician named Lucius Aemilius. Despite her enslavement, Neaera is intelligent and resourceful, and she uses her wit and charm to navigate the treacherous world of Roman society.As Neaera rises through the ranks of Roman society, she becomes embroiled in a web of political intrigue and scandal. She becomes involved with powerful men, including the notorious Catiline, and is accused of crimes she did not commit. Neaera must use all of her cunning and intelligence to clear her name and protect her reputation.The novel is a vivid depiction of life in ancient Rome, with detailed descriptions of the city, its people, and its customs. It explores themes of power, corruption, and the struggle for freedom in a society where slavery was a common practice. Neaera is a complex and compelling character, and her story is a gripping tale of survival and redemption in a world where women had little agency.Overall, Neaera: A Tale of Ancient Rome is a fascinating historical novel that offers a vivid and engaging portrait of life in ancient Rome. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Roman history or historical fiction.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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