The Death of Kings (Emperor Series, Book 2)

The Death of Kings (Emperor Series, Book 2)

by Conn Iggulden (Author)

Synopsis

The second volume in the acclaimed Emperor series, in which Conn Iggulden brilliantly interweaves history and adventure to recreate the astonishing life of Julius Caesar -- an epic tale of ambition and rivalry, bravery and betrayal, from an outstanding new voice in historical fiction. In The Gates of Rome, the young Julius Caesar had begun to make his mark when Rome was consumed by a devastating power struggle and he was forced to flee the burning city and join a war galley heading for Egypt. Now we see the impetuous young man developing into a battle-hardened leader. After rapidly learning the ropes of life on board ship, Julius displays his leadership qualities as his crew gains a fearsome reputation patrolling the southern Mediterranean. But these are dangerous waters, and no sooner has he led a memorable victory at Mytilene than the ship is captured by pirates. When they are finally set free on the north African coast, he gathers around him -- by astonishing strength of will -- a new force of men powerful enough not only to gain vengeance on the pirates, but also to suppress a new uprising by Mithridates in Greece. He returns to Rome a hero -- only for a new crisis to erupt. A band of gladiators -- led by Spartacus -- has sparked a massive slave rebellion. Without delay, Julius Caesar, Brutus and his other loyal followers must march north to confront the slave army that is threatening to destroy the Republic.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 560
Edition: New edition
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 05 Jan 2004

ISBN 10: 0007169795
ISBN 13: 9780007169795

Media Reviews

From the reviews of THE GATES OF ROME:

`If you liked GLADIATOR, you'll love EMPEROR.'
THE TIMES

`Great fun ... the great events and breathtaking brutality of the times are brought lavishly to life. Russell Crowe and Sean Bean's agents are surely already jockeying for the wide-screen roles.'
GUARDIAN

`A brilliant story - I wish I'd written it. A novel of vivid characters, stunning action and unrelenting pace. It really is a terrific read.'
BERNARD CORNWELL

Author Bio

Born in London, Conn Iggulden read English at London University and worked as a teacher for seven years before becoming a full-time writer. Married with four children, he lives in Hertfordshire.