Rome

2 books in series
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Roma Publisher's summary

Weaving history, legend, and new archaeological discoveries into a spellbinding narrative, critically acclaimed novelist Steven Saylor gives new life to the drama of the city's first 1,000 years - from the founding of the city by the ill-fated twins Romulus and Remus, through Rome's astonishing ascent to become the capital of the most powerful empire in history.

Roma recounts the tragedy of the hero-traitor Coriolanus, the capture of the city by the Gauls, the invasion of Hannibal, the bitter political struggles of the patricians and plebeians, and the ultimate death of Rome's Republic with the triumph, and assassination, of Julius Caesar.

Witnessing this history, and sometimes playing key roles, are the descendents of two of Rome's first families: the Potitius and Pinarius clans. One is the confidant of Romulus. One is born a slave and tempts a Vestal virgin to break her vows. One becomes a mass murderer. And one becomes the heir of Julius Caesar. Linking the generations is a mysterious talisman as ancient as the city itself.

Epic in every sense of the word, Roma is a panoramic historical saga and Saylor's finest achievement to date.

©2007 Steven Saylor (P)2007 Books on Tape
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Product List
  • Book 1

    • The Novel of Ancient Rome
    • By: Steven Saylor
    • Narrated by: John Lee
    • Length: 22 hrs and 3 mins
    • Release date: 03-20-07
    • Language: English
    • 4 out of 5 stars 659 ratings

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  • Book 2

    • The Novel of Imperial Rome
    • By: Steven Saylor
    • Narrated by: James Langton
    • Length: 23 hrs and 37 mins
    • Release date: 08-31-10
    • Language: English
    • 4.5 out of 5 stars 315 ratings

    Regular price: $33.74 or 1 credit

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