Quo Vadis A Narrative of the Time of Nero
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Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
27.03.2023
Verlag
CultureaSeitenzahl
748
Maße (L/B/H)
21/14,8/4 cm
Gewicht
949 g
Auflage
3. Tirage
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
979-10-418-0343-9
"Quo Vadis" by Henryk Sienkiewicz is a historical novel set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero. The story follows the young Roman patrician Marcus Vinicius, who falls deeply in love with a Christian woman named Lygia. Lygia, a hostage of noble barbarian descent, lives in the house of Aulus Plautius and his wife Pomponia Græcina, who are secretly Christians. Vinicius, captivated by Lygia's beauty and purity, seeks the help of his uncle, Petronius, a sophisticated and influential courtier, to win her affection. Petronius, known for his wit and charm, agrees to assist Vinicius, though he is skeptical about the young man's infatuation. As the narrative unfolds, the backdrop of Rome's opulence and decadence contrasts sharply with the emerging Christian faith, which emphasizes humility and love. The novel explores themes of love, faith, and the moral decay of Roman society. Sienkiewicz vividly portrays the conflict between the hedonistic lifestyle of the Roman elite and the burgeoning Christian community, which faces persecution under Nero's tyrannical rule. The story is rich with historical detail, capturing the grandeur and brutality of ancient Rome, while also delving into the personal struggles of its characters as they navigate a world on the brink of change.
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