The Moan Of The Tiber (1917)

By Guy Fitch Phelps

Book Overview

The Moan of the Tiber is a historical novel written by Guy Fitch Phelps and first published in 1917. The story is set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero and follows the life of a young patrician named Lucius Aemilius. Lucius is a talented musician and poet who becomes embroiled in the political and social turmoil of the time.As Nero's despotic rule becomes increasingly unstable, Lucius finds himself drawn into a dangerous web of intrigue and conspiracy. He becomes involved with a group of rebels who are plotting to overthrow the emperor and restore the Republic. Along the way, Lucius also falls in love with a beautiful slave girl named Claudia, who is herself caught up in the political machinations of the time.The Moan of the Tiber is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and political upheaval set against the backdrop of one of the most fascinating periods in ancient history. Phelps brings the world of ancient Rome to life with vivid descriptions of the city's architecture, customs, and traditions. The novel is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or ancient Rome.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: 1163883204
• ISBN13: 9781163883204
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"