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Quo Vadis
Paperback
Publisher Price: $52.95
Publisher: Lushena Books
Published: Sep 10 2025
Pages: 544
Weight: 2.14
Height: 1.48 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Quo Vadis by Henryk Sienkiewicz is a historical novel set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero. The story follows Marcus Vinicius, a Roman military tribune, who falls in love with Lygia, a young Christian woman. Their love story unfolds against the backdrop of the early persecution of Christians, highlighting the contrast between the decadence and cruelty of pagan Rome and the faith, humility, and moral strength of the Christian community.
As Nero's tyranny escalates-culminating in the burning of Rome-the Christians are brutally oppressed, yet their courage and spiritual conviction deeply influence Vinicius, leading him toward conversion. The novel blends romance, history, and religious reflection, ultimately portraying the triumph of Christian values over Roman corruption and cruelty.
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