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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book plunges readers into the turbulent world of ancient Carthage, a powerful civilization locked in a brutal conflict with Rome. The narrative unfolds amidst the aftermath of the Mercenary War, a period of political unrest and social upheaval triggered by unpaid soldiers seeking recompense for their service. The author meticulously recreates the opulence and savagery of Carthaginian society, contrasting the lavish lifestyles of the ruling elite with the plight of the mercenaries and slaves. Through vivid descriptions of opulent feasts, religious rituals, and brutal battles, the book explores themes of war, power, and cultural clash. The central figure, a captivating and enigmatic woman named Salambo, daughter of a prominent Carthaginian general, emerges as a symbol of both devotion and defiance. As she navigates the treacherous political landscape, her actions and choices become intertwined with the fate of her city and the lives of those around her. This book offers a profound reflection on the complexities of civilization and the enduring consequences of conflict, leaving readers to ponder the delicate balance between power, faith, and human resilience in a world teetering on the brink of collapse. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332192649_0
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Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from SalamboThe present version is important in more ways than one. It makes available to English readers the book which is held by competent judges to be Flaubert s supreme contribution to the art of the novel, an. Seller Inventory # 2147932832
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