Tarpeia

Tarpeia is a historical novel written by Salomon Reinach, first published in 1908. The story is set in ancient Rome during the reign of Romulus, the legendary founder of the city. The novel follows the life of Tarpeia, a young woman from a noble family who becomes embroiled in the political and social turmoil of the time.Tarpeia is a complex character, torn between her loyalty to her family and her desire for freedom and independence. She is also caught between the conflicting interests of the Sabines and the Romans, two powerful groups vying for control of the city. As the plot unfolds, Tarpeia finds herself in increasingly dangerous situations, facing betrayal, violence, and ultimately, a tragic fate.Reinach's novel is a vivid portrayal of ancient Rome, with detailed descriptions of the city's architecture, customs, and religious practices. It also offers a nuanced exploration of the themes of power, loyalty, and identity, as seen through the eyes of a strong and independent female protagonist.Overall, Tarpeia is a compelling and thought-provoking historical novel that will appeal to readers interested in ancient Rome, mythology, and women's history.THIS 42 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Cults, Myths and Religions, by Salomon Reinach. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766132145.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.