The Roman Traitor, Vol. 1 by Henry William Herbert

"The Roman Traitor, Vol. 1" by Henry William Herbert is a historical novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of ancient Rome during the tumultuous period of Cicero, Cato, and Catiline, focusing on the dark conspiracies and social upheavals that led to the eventual downfall of the Roman Republic. The text hints at various characters involved in these power struggles, including key figures like Catiline and Cicero, while also delving into the complex emotions and motivations driving individuals in this dramatic period. At the start of the narrative, a tense and oppressive atmosphere envelops Rome at midnight. Readers are introduced to a crucial night filled with treachery and conspiratorial plotting as Catiline engages in a sinister gathering of his fellow conspirators, seeking to overthrow the Roman government. The darkness serves as the perfect cover for nefarious deeds, capturing the chaos and moral decay of the city. As these characters intersect through hidden agendas, betrayal, and ambition, the groundwork is laid for the conflicts that will unfold in the chapters to come, foreshadowing a gripping tale of political intrigue and personal vendettas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Herbert, Henry William, 1807-1858
Title The Roman Traitor, Vol. 1
Reading Level Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Rome -- History -- Republic, 265-30 B.C. -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 25092
Release Date
Last Update Jun 20, 2020
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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