The Judgement of Caesar by Steven Saylor - ISBN: 9781841199221
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Romance, murder, and intrigue; Caesar’s judgment will decide the world’s fate.

The Judgement of Caesar

A Mystery of Ancient Rome

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    464 pages

  • Release Date

    20 November 2008

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Summary

It is 48 BC. For years now the rival Roman generals Caesar and Pompey have engaged in a contest for world domination. Both now turn to Egypt, Pompey planning a last stand on the banks of the Nile, while Caesar’s legendary encounter with the Egyptian queen will spark a romance that reverberates down the centuries. But Egypt itself is torn apart by the murderous rivalry between the goddess-queen and her brother King Ptolemy.

Into this hothouse atmosphere of intrigue and deception comes …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781841199221
ISBN-10:1841199222
Author:Steven Saylor
Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group
Imprint:Robinson Publishing
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:464
Release Date:20 November 2008
Weight:368g
Dimensions:198mm x 158mm x 31mm
Series:Roma Sub Rosa
What They're Saying

Critics Review

How wonderful to have a scholar write about ancient Rome; how comforting to feel instant confidence in the historical accuracy of the novel

A compelling testament to Saylor’s growth as a writer and to his seemingly effortless ability to imagine characters who feel real. - Publishers Weekly

Fans of the historical mystery couldn’t do better. - Kirkus Reviews

How wonderful to have a scholar write about ancient Rome; how comforting to feel instant confidence in the historical accuracy of the novel - Sunday Times

Saylor’s gifts include authentic historical and topographical backgrounds and… sombre themes set off the brilliant scenery and clever plotting. - Times Literary Supplement

Readers will find his work wonderfully (and gracefully) researched… this is entertainment of the first order. - Washington Post

About The Author

Steven Saylor

Steven Saylor is best known as the author of the ‘Roma sub Rosa’ series set in ancient Rome and featuring Gordianus the Finder. His work has been widely praised for its remarkable accuracy and vivid historical detail as well as for its passion, mystery and intrigue. Steven divides his time between Berkeley, California, and Austin, Texas.

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