Gore Vidal

Julian: a Novel

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ISBN 13:
9780375727061
author:
Gore Vidal
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Random House USA INC International Concepts
language:
English
Publication Year:
2003
Pages:
528
Genre:
Historical
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£15.07

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Julian A Novel by Gore Vidal is a masterful historical novel that explores the tumultuous world of fourth-century Rome. At its centre is Julian, a brilliant and charismatic leader who finds himself at the forefront of an intellectual war between Christianity and the ancient gods of Hellenism. A military genius and persuasive essayist, Julian's reign is marked by his humane and compassionate approach to governance, but also by his fierce opposition to the spread of Christianity. This novel offers a captivating portrayal of classical antiquity, shedding light on the religious and political ferment of a desperate age. With blazing wit and vigor, Gore Vidal restores the legacy of an impassioned ruler, bringing to life a remarkable figure who was tragically cut short in his prime.

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