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Felix was a citizen of good birth, descended from a long line of civil servants; it was beneath his dignity to take a bribe. But he knew that freedmen must be judged by different standards. T he machine would not work unless the subordinates were willing.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. Step back in time to Roman Britain in the year 405 AD, where C. Sempronius Felix, the Praeses of Britannia Prima, diligently oversees the administration of the province. This book offers a glimpse into the complexities of Roman governance, from managing harvests and tax collection to navigating the delicate balance between civil and military authority. As Felix grapples with the challenges of his role, news arrives of an impending Irish invasion, throwing the province into a state of uncertainty and fear. The author skillfully weaves together historical details with the personal anxieties of Felix and his wife, Maria, painting a vivid picture of life on the edge of the Roman Empire. Through Felix's struggles, the book explores themes of duty, loyalty, and the fragility of civilization in the face of barbarian threats. It delves into the intricate workings of the Roman bureaucracy, highlighting the tensions between maintaining order and responding to the needs of the people. Ultimately, the book's insights into the challenges and complexities of Roman rule leave us pondering the enduring lessons of power, responsibility, and the human cost of empire. 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 9780259462781_0
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