Roads From Rome (1913) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437086669)

Roads From Rome is a historical novel written by Anne Crosby Emery Allinson, published in 1913. The book tells the story of a young Roman girl named Lucia, who falls in love with a Christian man named Marcus. Set in the early days of Christianity in Rome, the novel explores the conflict between the pagan beliefs of the Roman Empire and the new Christian faith.The plot of the novel revolves around Lucia's journey of self-discovery as she grapples with her love for Marcus and her loyalty to her family's pagan traditions. As she becomes more involved with the Christian community, she begins to question the beliefs and practices of her upbringing.The novel also explores the political and social climate of Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero, who famously persecuted Christians. Allinson vividly depicts the violence and persecution that Christians faced during this time, as well as the bravery and dedication of those who refused to renounce their faith.Overall, Roads From Rome is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the early days of Christianity in Rome. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, religious studies, or Roman history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Anne Crosby Emery Allinson
ISBN-10: 1437086667
ISBN-13: 9781437086669
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 236
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d