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Uniform Title: Bissula. English
Title: A Captive of the Roman Eagles
Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary: "A Captive of the Roman Eagles" by Felix Dahn is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set during the year 378, the story unfolds against the backdrop of the military conflicts between the Romans and the Alemanni, focusing on the life of a young German woman named Bissula. The novel delves into themes of cultural collision, warfare, and personal relationships amidst the turmoil of this historical period. The opening of the novel introduces a serene yet historically rich landscape around Lake Constance, setting the stage for conflict as Roman forces begin their military expedition against the Alemanni. As the Romans prepare to invade, historical figures like Emperor Valens and Gratianus are mentioned, alongside the tensions brewing between the two cultures. The narrative hints at Bissula's connection to key characters, including her lord, Adalo, and the Roman soldier Herculanus, foreshadowing a web of intrigue and romance that will likely develop as the story progresses. The stage is set for a significant clash, with hints of deeper personal stakes woven into the broader historical narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Dahn, Felix, 1834-1912
Translator: Safford, Mary J. (Mary Joanna), 1842-1916
EBook No.: 32220
Published: May 2, 2010
Downloads: 663
Language: English
Subject: Rome -- History -- Germanic Invasions, 3rd-6th centuries -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Uniform Title: Bissula. English
Title: A Captive of the Roman Eagles
Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
Summary: "A Captive of the Roman Eagles" by Felix Dahn is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set during the year 378, the story unfolds against the backdrop of the military conflicts between the Romans and the Alemanni, focusing on the life of a young German woman named Bissula. The novel delves into themes of cultural collision, warfare, and personal relationships amidst the turmoil of this historical period. The opening of the novel introduces a serene yet historically rich landscape around Lake Constance, setting the stage for conflict as Roman forces begin their military expedition against the Alemanni. As the Romans prepare to invade, historical figures like Emperor Valens and Gratianus are mentioned, alongside the tensions brewing between the two cultures. The narrative hints at Bissula's connection to key characters, including her lord, Adalo, and the Roman soldier Herculanus, foreshadowing a web of intrigue and romance that will likely develop as the story progresses. The stage is set for a significant clash, with hints of deeper personal stakes woven into the broader historical narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Dahn, Felix, 1834-1912
Translator: Safford, Mary J. (Mary Joanna), 1842-1916
EBook No.: 32220
Published: May 2, 2010
Downloads: 663
Language: English
Subject: Rome -- History -- Germanic Invasions, 3rd-6th centuries -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.