Taistelu Roomasta I by Felix Dahn

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Author Dahn, Felix, 1834-1912
Translator Tukiainen, Werneri
Uniform Title Ein Kampf um Rom. Finnish
Title Taistelu Roomasta I
Historiallinen romaani
Note Reading ease score: 44.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Taistelu Roomasta I" by Felix Dahn is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. This work intricately explores the turbulent period of the Gothic Wars, focusing on the fate of the Ostrogoths in Italy, particularly through the lives of key figures like Theoderic the Great and his advisors. Through its vivid portrayal of characters and dramatic events, the novel delves into themes of loyalty, identity, and the struggle for survival amidst the shifting sands of power. The opening of "Taistelu Roomasta I" sets a somber and foreboding tone as it introduces the character of Hildebrand, an elderly warrior awaiting the arrival of his comrades on a stormy night in Ravenna. As they gather by the remnants of an ancient temple, a sense of impending crisis unfolds. Hildebrand reveals his deep concerns about their king, Theoderic, who is gravely ill, and the potential threats posed by external foes like Justinianus. Throughout their conversation, the men express conflicting views on their fate, hinting at their loyalty to the Gothic nation while foreseeing treachery from both within and outside. This tension lays the groundwork for the coming struggle, underscoring the precarious position of the Goths as they confront the complexities of loyalty and identity in a land fraught with danger. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Rome -- History -- Empire, 284-476 -- Fiction
Subject Byzantine Empire -- Fiction
Subject Rome -- History -- Germanic Invasions, 3rd-6th centuries -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 26263
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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