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The Soothsayer (1919)

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The Soothsayer is a novel written by Verner Von Heidenstam and published in 1919. The story is set in ancient Rome and follows the life of a soothsayer named Vibius. Vibius is a respected member of Roman society, known for his ability to predict the future through his visions and dreams. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he falls in love with a young woman named Claudia, who is already betrothed to another man.As Vibius struggles with his feelings for Claudia, he also becomes embroiled in a political conspiracy to overthrow the emperor. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle for power in ancient Rome. It also delves into the world of soothsayers and their role in Roman society.The Soothsayer is considered a classic of Swedish literature and has been translated into several languages. It is known for its vivid descriptions of ancient Rome and its characters, as well as its exploration of philosophical and moral themes.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781169646537
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 48
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 216x279x6 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 413 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 2. december 2024
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The Soothsayer is a novel written by Verner Von Heidenstam and published in 1919. The story is set in ancient Rome and follows the life of a soothsayer named Vibius. Vibius is a respected member of Roman society, known for his ability to predict the future through his visions and dreams. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he falls in love with a young woman named Claudia, who is already betrothed to another man.As Vibius struggles with his feelings for Claudia, he also becomes embroiled in a political conspiracy to overthrow the emperor. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle for power in ancient Rome. It also delves into the world of soothsayers and their role in Roman society.The Soothsayer is considered a classic of Swedish literature and has been translated into several languages. It is known for its vivid descriptions of ancient Rome and its characters, as well as its exploration of philosophical and moral themes.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.

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