"The Roman Traitor, Vol. 2" by Henry William Herbert is a historical story from the 1800s that takes place during a difficult period in Roman history with key people like Cicero and Catiline involved. The story explores the sneaky plans and political tricks that led to the end of the Roman Republic. It follows the lives of important historical characters, mainly focusing on Catiline and the mess of Roman politics back then. The book starts in a rich Roman's simple house near the Forum, creating a serious mood with tension between different political groups. Characters like Aulus Fulvius, a young noble in trouble, and his strict senator father are introduced. As people gather, their words show Catiline's betrayal and a growing rebellion against the Senate. The story shows the desperation of the time, pulling readers into the middle of the political drama and setting up the conflicts to come.
The Roman Traitor, Vol. 2
By Henry William Herbert
Amidst political turmoil and brewing rebellion in ancient Rome, treachery unfolds as a nation teeters on the edge of collapse.
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About the AuthorHenry William Herbert, pen name Frank Forester, was an English-born American novelist, poet, historian, illustrator, journalist and writer on sport. Starr writes that "as a classical scholar he had few equals in the United States. .. his knowledge of English history and literature was extensive; he was a pen-and-ink artist of marked ability; as a sportsman he was unsurpassed; his pupils idolized him."
Henry William Herbert, pen name Frank Forester, was an English-born American novelist, poet, historian, illustrator, journalist and writer on sport. Starr writes that "as a classical scholar he had few equals in the United States. .. his knowledge of English history and literature was extensive; he was a pen-and-ink artist of marked ability; as a sportsman he was unsurpassed; his pupils idolized him."
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