King Of Kings (1909)

By William N. Meserve

Book Overview

King of Kings is a historical fiction novel published in 1909 by American author William N. Meserve. The story is set in ancient Rome and follows the life of Julius Caesar, a powerful military leader and politician who rises to become the emperor of Rome. The novel explores Caesar's early life, military conquests, political ambitions, and personal relationships, including his love affair with Cleopatra, the queen of Egypt. Meserve's portrayal of Caesar is complex, showcasing both his strengths and weaknesses as a leader and as a man. The novel also delves into the political and social climate of ancient Rome, including the power struggles between the Senate and the emperor, the role of religion in society, and the treatment of slaves. King of Kings is a well-researched and engaging historical fiction novel that offers a vivid and detailed portrayal of one of the most famous figures in ancient history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120308305
• ISBN13: 9781120308306
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"