Romulus (1901)
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ISBN10: 1437241069
ISBN13: 9781437241068
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Oct 27 2008
Pages: 316
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781437241068
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Oct 27 2008
Pages: 316
Weight: 1.40
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Romulus is a historical fiction novel written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1901. The book is set in ancient Rome and follows the story of Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome. The novel begins with the birth of Romulus and his twin brother Remus, who are abandoned in the wilderness and raised by a she-wolf. As they grow up, they become skilled warriors and eventually decide to found a city on the banks of the Tiber River. However, their plans are complicated by political intrigue, rivalries, and the gods themselves. Throughout the book, Abbott weaves in historical details and myths about ancient Rome, including the founding of the city, the establishment of the Roman Republic, and the legends surrounding Romulus and Remus. The novel also explores themes of power, ambition, and the relationship between mortals and the gods. Overall, Romulus is a captivating tale that brings to life the ancient world of Rome and the legendary figures who shaped its history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, mythology, or ancient history.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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