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Title: Neæra: A Tale of Ancient Rome
Alternate Title: Neaera: A Tale of Ancient Rome
Note: Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Summary: "Neæra: A Tale of Ancient Rome" by John W. Graham is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of Ancient Rome, focusing on the lives of a young Roman centurion named Martialis and a humble potter's daughter named Neæra, exploring themes of love, class disparity, and societal norms of the time. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to the secluded Emperor Tiberius, who has retreated to the island of Capreae. The narrative quickly shifts to the character of Martialis as he returns to Rome, where his thoughts are consumed by Neæra, whom he loves. Their reunion is marked by tension, as Neæra expresses doubts about their relationship due to their differing social standings. The opening portion expertly sets up the emotional stakes for both characters, establishing a conflict that speaks to the broader tensions of love and class within the historical setting, all while weaving in vivid descriptions of the world they inhabit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Graham, John W. (John William), active 1886-1887
EBook No.: 47571
Published: Dec 6, 2014
Downloads: 85
Language: English
Subject: Rome -- History -- Empire, 30 B.C.-476 A.D. -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Neæra: A Tale of Ancient Rome
Alternate Title: Neaera: A Tale of Ancient Rome
Note: Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Summary: "Neæra: A Tale of Ancient Rome" by John W. Graham is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of Ancient Rome, focusing on the lives of a young Roman centurion named Martialis and a humble potter's daughter named Neæra, exploring themes of love, class disparity, and societal norms of the time. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to the secluded Emperor Tiberius, who has retreated to the island of Capreae. The narrative quickly shifts to the character of Martialis as he returns to Rome, where his thoughts are consumed by Neæra, whom he loves. Their reunion is marked by tension, as Neæra expresses doubts about their relationship due to their differing social standings. The opening portion expertly sets up the emotional stakes for both characters, establishing a conflict that speaks to the broader tensions of love and class within the historical setting, all while weaving in vivid descriptions of the world they inhabit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Graham, John W. (John William), active 1886-1887
EBook No.: 47571
Published: Dec 6, 2014
Downloads: 85
Language: English
Subject: Rome -- History -- Empire, 30 B.C.-476 A.D. -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.