A towering blacksmith in ancient Pompeii defies a corrupt city to follow his own, quieter dream. This action-packed novelized tale blends danger, ambition, and a life lived on principle.
In a sun-baked harbor city, a giant blacksmith named Marcus sees the brutal side of wealth and power. When captives are driven toward the Arena, his peaceful nature clashes with his world’s thirst for riches. The market buzz, temple stones, and the Bay of Naples shimmer as Marcus weighs loyalty to his city against the life he envisions—a life that rejects cruelty and oppression.
As the story unfolds, danger grows close. Marcus must decide how far he will go to protect what he believes and the people who depend on him. The tension tightens around every choice, with the threat of punishment and the pull of a life lived with honor.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes us back to the ancient world, to a time when Pompeii thrived as a center of Roman power and the gladiatorial arena was the ultimate spectacle. We meet Marcus, a blacksmith who, after personal tragedy, finds himself drawn into the violent world of the arena. Marcus experiences the brutality and the allure of fame and fortune within this gladiatorial world, but he also encounters a slave named Leaster, who challenges Marcusââ â¢s obsession with wealth and status. As the story unfolds, Marcus encounters a wandering teacher whose teachings offer him a different kind of redemption, one that transcends the materialistic values of his former life. The author masterfully weaves together a captivating tale of human ambition, moral struggle, and the enduring power of faith. The book provides a rich portrait of ancient Rome, its society, and its values, offering readers a compelling glimpse into the complexities of human nature in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780243389810_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243389810
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780243389810
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)