Nova Solyma, The Ideal City Or Jerusalem Regained (1902)

By Walter Begley

Book Overview

Nova Solyma, The Ideal City Or Jerusalem Regained is a novel written by Walter Begley and first published in 1902. The book is set in the 17th century and tells the story of a young man named Julian who travels to the city of Nova Solyma, a utopian city in the New World that is based on the principles of Plato's Republic.In Nova Solyma, Julian discovers a society that is based on reason, justice, and equality. The city is governed by a council of philosophers who have created a society that is free from the corruption and inequality that Julian has experienced in Europe.As Julian becomes more involved in the life of Nova Solyma, he falls in love with a young woman named Eudora. However, their relationship is threatened by the arrival of a group of Spanish soldiers who are determined to conquer the city and enslave its inhabitants.The book explores themes of utopia, philosophy, love, and the struggle for freedom. It is also notable for its use of the Latin language, which is used throughout the book to add authenticity to the story.Overall, Nova Solyma, The Ideal City Or Jerusalem Regained is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on utopian societies and the human desire for a better world.An Anonymous Romance Written In The Time Of Charles I, Now First Drawn From Obscurity, And Attributed To The Illustrious John Milton.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: 1164038664
• ISBN13: 9781164038665
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 386 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"