Death of the Gods

By Dmitry Sergeyevich Merezhkovsky, Herbert Trench, Dmitri Merejkowski

Book Overview

Death of the Gods is a novel written by Dmitri Merejkowski that tells the story of the decline and fall of the ancient Roman Empire. The book is set in the 4th century AD and follows the lives of several historical figures, including Emperor Julian the Apostate, his mentor Maximus, and the philosopher Sallustius.As the story unfolds, the characters grapple with the challenges of their time, including the rise of Christianity, the decline of the Roman Empire, and the increasing power of the barbarian tribes. Julian, who has rejected Christianity and embraced the traditional Roman gods, attempts to revive the old ways and restore the glory of Rome. However, his efforts are ultimately unsuccessful, and he dies in battle against the Persians.The novel explores themes of faith, power, and the struggle between tradition and progress. It also provides a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Rome, with detailed descriptions of its politics, culture, and religious practices.Overall, Death of the Gods is a compelling historical novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most fascinating periods in human history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Rome, philosophy, or the clash of cultures.A novel set in the time of the Roman Emperor Julianus (nephew of Constantine the Great, and called the Apostate by his enemies). Examines the philosophical, religious and social impulses of an early period in Western 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: 1162569611
• ISBN13: 9781162569611
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 466 Pages
• Weight: 1.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.3"