A Masterpiece of Modern Latin Literature – Power, Betrayal, and Honor in the Age of Trajan
Immerse yourself in the grandeur, corruption, and ambition of Imperial Rome in Gens et Gloria: Principatus Novus, a stunning Latin novel that revives the artistry of classical storytelling. Written in pure, idiomatic Latin, this novel transports readers to an empire at its peak-where senators scheme in the shadows, soldiers march to the frontiers, and slaves navigate the harsh realities of fate.
A gripping tale of political ambition, military valor, and personal revenge, Gens et Gloria is a literary achievement in modern Latin, standing alongside the finest historical narratives of antiquity. Whether you are a seasoned Latinist, a historian, or a lover of immersive storytelling, this book offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of Rome.
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A Story of Glory and Ruin in the Age of Trajan
As the empire expands, so does the ambition of men who would rule it. In Rome, Spurius Vibius Florus, a seasoned senator, must outmaneuver ruthless enemies as the fragile balance of power threatens to unravel. Meanwhile, on the cold northern frontier, his son Lucius Vibius Florius fights to prove himself in the legions-where loyalty is uncertain, and danger lies in both battle and betrayal.
While the emperor’s might holds Rome together, in the streets, villas, and Senate halls, others conspire to reshape the empire’s destiny. Avidius Ponderosus, a calculating politician, and his cruel son, Avidius Minor, weave a web of treachery that could bring Rome to its knees. Amid these shifting allegiances, slaves, merchants, and gladiators struggle to survive in a world where honor is scarce and power is fleeting.
From the bloody sands of the Colosseum to the smoke-filled chambers of the Senate, from the battlefields of Germania to the gilded palaces of Rome, Gens et Gloria weaves a sweeping, cinematic narrative of power and ambition.
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A Novel That Brings Latin to Life
For readers passionate about classical Latin and Roman history, this novel is a rare achievement:
✔ Written in pure, authentic Latin, rivaling the prose of Tacitus, Suetonius, and Petronius.
✔ A broad cast of characters, reflecting every class of Roman society-senators, soldiers, slaves, and schemers.
✔ Rich in historical detail, bringing the politics, military campaigns, and daily life of Imperial Rome to vivid reality.