Imperial Purple by Edgar Saltus
Imperial Purple is a novel by Edgar Saltus that tells the story of a Roman emperor named Nero. The book follows his rise to power and eventual downfall, exploring themes such as ambition, corruption, and the dangers of absolute power.
By Edgar Saltus · First published 1894 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Biography, Drama · 9 chapters · 31,754 words
First lines
When the murder was done and the heralds shouted through the thick streets the passing of Caesar, it was the passing of the republic they announced, the foundation of Imperial Rome.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Edgar Saltus
- Date: 1894 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Biography, Drama, Romance, Tragedy
- Length: 31,754 words
- Structure: 9 chapters, 288 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The narrative is set in a historical period and includes real events and figures from history, with a focus on the Roman Empire.
- Biography — The narrative provides detailed accounts of the lives of historical figures, including their personal and professional experiences.
- Drama — The narrative includes dramatic elements such as conflict, tension, and emotional highs and lows.
- Romance — The narrative includes romantic relationships and themes of love and passion.
Tags
historical fiction · ancient Rome · political intrigue · power struggles · luxury · decadence · betrayal · ambition · philosophy · society · culture · wealth
Contents
- THAT WOMAN
- CONJECTURAL ROME
- FABULOUS FIELDS
- THE PURSUIT OF THE IMPOSSIBLE
- NERO
- THE HOUSE OF FLAVIA
- THE POISON IN THE PURPLE
- FAUSTINE
- THE AGONY