Pillars Of Rome

Name: Pillars Of Rome
Brand: Globe Pequot Press

Globe Pequot Press

The Pillars of RomeA Roman Republic Novel\nAuthor(s): David Donachie\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Globe Pequot Press, United States\nImprint: McBooks Press\nISBN-13: 9781493073955, 978-1493073955\nSynopsis\nWith barbarians at the gate and enemies within, two men must fight for the soul of the Republic and the greatest empire in the world.\n\nInside a cave hacked out of the rock, lit by flickering torches, two young boys appeal to the famed Roman oracle for a glimpse into their future. The Sybil draws a blood-red shape of an eagle with wings outstretched: an omen of death. As the boys flee from the cave in fear, Aulus and Lucius make an oath of loyalty until deathan oath that will be tested in the years to come.\n\nThirty years on, Aulus is Romes most successful general and faces his toughest battle. Barbarian rebels have captured his wife and are demanding the withdrawal of Roman legions from their land in return for her life. It is unthinkable for Aulus to agree, and he fears his .