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Title: Salammbo: Historiallinen romaani
Note: Reading ease score: 31.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Jari Koivisto
Summary: "Salammbo: Historiallinen romaani" by Gustave Flaubert is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the tensions and conflicts in ancient Carthage, focusing on a grand feast held to commemorate a military victory, showcasing the lavishness and cultural dynamics of the time. The narrative primarily centers around Salammbo, the daughter of the Carthaginian general Hamilcar, whose heritage and choices intertwine with the fate of the city and its soldiers. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to a vibrant celebration taking place in the gardens of Hamilcar, marking the anniversary of a significant battle. The atmosphere is charged, as diverse soldiers gather, indulging in rich feasts and revelry, while underlying tensions simmer regarding unpaid wages and the political climate following the war. Amidst the festivities, voices of discontent rise, hinting at unrest among mercenaries and setting the stage for conflict. Salammbo's presence is felt as a celestial figure among soldiers, and her complex relationship with her father and the turbulent emotions surrounding their circumstances hint at a deeply layered and unfolding narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880
Translator: Finne, Jalmari, 1874-1938
EBook No.: 52948
Published: Sep 1, 2016
Downloads: 38
Language: Finnish
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Carthage (Extinct city) -- History -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Salammbo: Historiallinen romaani
Note: Reading ease score: 31.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Jari Koivisto
Summary: "Salammbo: Historiallinen romaani" by Gustave Flaubert is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the tensions and conflicts in ancient Carthage, focusing on a grand feast held to commemorate a military victory, showcasing the lavishness and cultural dynamics of the time. The narrative primarily centers around Salammbo, the daughter of the Carthaginian general Hamilcar, whose heritage and choices intertwine with the fate of the city and its soldiers. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to a vibrant celebration taking place in the gardens of Hamilcar, marking the anniversary of a significant battle. The atmosphere is charged, as diverse soldiers gather, indulging in rich feasts and revelry, while underlying tensions simmer regarding unpaid wages and the political climate following the war. Amidst the festivities, voices of discontent rise, hinting at unrest among mercenaries and setting the stage for conflict. Salammbo's presence is felt as a celestial figure among soldiers, and her complex relationship with her father and the turbulent emotions surrounding their circumstances hint at a deeply layered and unfolding narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880
Translator: Finne, Jalmari, 1874-1938
EBook No.: 52948
Published: Sep 1, 2016
Downloads: 38
Language: Finnish
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Carthage (Extinct city) -- History -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.