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The Gates of Rome
by Conn Iggulden
If you like tales of power, barbarism and loyalty, read this book.
The coming of age story of Gaius Julius Caesar, complete with juvenile spats and first sexual experiences. What it has over most coming of age stories is the killing and training to become a warrior.
Ancient Rome is a fascinating time and place to read about because while in many ways it seems to archaic and toxic in its patriarchal society, the similarity to modern civilization is boggling. It makes it more real (I mean, most of the events of Emperor are based in reality) and brings with a gratitude to the liberties that most of our 2020 world enjoy.
While Iggulden has taken massive liberties in the interests of crafting a flowing narrative, the details of the era shine through and make for splendid adornment over what is sometimes a story fueled by atavism.
Loved it. Excited to read the next one.
The coming of age story of Gaius Julius Caesar, complete with juvenile spats and first sexual experiences. What it has over most coming of age stories is the killing and training to become a warrior.
Ancient Rome is a fascinating time and place to read about because while in many ways it seems to archaic and toxic in its patriarchal society, the similarity to modern civilization is boggling. It makes it more real (I mean, most of the events of Emperor are based in reality) and brings with a gratitude to the liberties that most of our 2020 world enjoy.
While Iggulden has taken massive liberties in the interests of crafting a flowing narrative, the details of the era shine through and make for splendid adornment over what is sometimes a story fueled by atavism.
Loved it. Excited to read the next one.