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Salammbo of Gustave Flaubert (1885)

Salammbo of Gustave Flaubert (1885)

Flaubert, Gustave
Sheldon, M. French

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1165054817
ISBN13: 9781165054817
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 446
Weight: 1.81
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Salammbo is a historical novel written by Gustave Flaubert and published in 1885. The story is set in ancient Carthage during the third century BC, and follows the character of Salammbo, a priestess of the goddess Tanit, as she becomes embroiled in a conflict between the Carthaginians and the mercenaries they have hired to fight against their enemies, the Romans.The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of ancient Carthage and its customs, as well as for its portrayal of Salammbo as a complex and enigmatic character. The story is filled with political intrigue, battles, and themes of love, betrayal, and revenge.Flaubert spent years researching and writing Salammbo, and the novel is considered a masterpiece of historical fiction. It has been praised for its attention to detail and its ability to transport readers to another time and place.Overall, Salammbo is a gripping and atmospheric novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Carthage and the people who lived there. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or ancient 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.

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