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Antonina, or the Fall of Rome

Antonina, or the Fall of Rome

Antonina, or the Fall of Rome

Wilkie Collins

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2024
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Ficción histórica
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9781557425485
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Antonina, or the Fall of Rome by Wilkie Collins is a historical novel set during the decline of the Roman Empire in the 5th century. The story centers on Antonina, a young Roman woman, as she navigates a world besieged by barbarian invasions and political upheaval. Against the backdrop of Rome’s fall, Collins weaves a tale of love, courage, and survival amidst the chaos of the Gothic siege led by Alaric. Rich in historical detail, the novel explores the clash between Roman civilization and the invading Goths, offering a dramatic portrait of this turbulent period.

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