Rome Adventure

New corrected edition, exclusive to Amazon "It is the first time that I have written a presentation of my books in English, Gentle Reader. ROMAN TRILOGY is a mysterious book, even for me as an author, since the three short novels that make it up emerged at different times in my life and with different origins as well. THE MAGICIAN OF MESOPOTAMIA, the second one I wrote, but the first of the Trilogy, emerged as a kind of epiphany at the end of the last millennium, while I was on sabbatical between the ancient Mayan lands and the charming city of Mérida, the capital of Yucatán, Mexico. Now,...

In 16th century Rome, young Giotto gradually remembers how he became a vampire and how his new life became magically entangled with history and two of the world's most ancient kings. Memories surface, bringing insight about his own lost family. And all the while, he drinks free blood at the underground tavern and befriends a gallant barmaid, both of them destined to discover the blood's true wicked purpose and source.

"It is the first time that I have written a presentation of my books in English, Gentle Reader. ROMAN TRILOGY is a mysterious book, even for me as an author, since the three short novels that make it up emerged at different times in my life and with different origins as well. THE SKULL´s CENTURION, the third one I wrote, but chronologically the second in the saga, came to life during an internship in historic Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Now, the translation from Spanish to English of the three novels was daring on my part; I wanted to experiment with the technology offered by Microsoft ...

Rome, AD 63. Vespasian has been ordered to a far-flung empire in Africa to free 200 Roman citizens who have been enslaved by a desert kingdom. But when Vespasian reaches the city, he discovers tensions spilling over into bloody chaos. Battling thirst and exhaustion, Vespasian must help the Romans escape, their only route to survival a desperate race across a barren desert with a hoard of heavily armed rebels at their backs. Meanwhile, back in Rome, Rome's elite fear for their lives as Emperor Nero's extravagance goes unchecked.

Tau, freed galley slave and former prince of Ghana, must leave the Empire of Rome to return home to his African kingdom. With his trusty friend Ulrich, they must battle pirates, cross the freezing Atlas Mountains, and brave the wasteland of the Sahara in order to face their destiny. When an unexpected war blocks their path, they must seek unlikely allies among the reclusive people of the desert in order to upset the balance of empires.

AD 58. Rome is in turmoil once more. Emperor Nero has surrounded himself with sycophants, and together they rampage by night through the city. Meanwhile, Nero's extravagance has reached new heights. The Emperor's spending is becoming profligate at the same time as the demands of keeping the provinces subdued have become increasingly unaffordable. Could Nero withdraw from Britannia, and at what price for the Empire?

Cowardice in a legionary carries a heavy punishment: the sentence of decimation—to live or die at the whim of the gods with the unlucky ones clubbed to death by their fellow soldiers. Ursus, the man killed in Quintus's group, lays a heavy charge on the youth, asking him to look after the remaining men and to take care of his family back in Rome.

The "Tails of Ezekiel the Exorcist's Cat" presents a charming and engaging narrative blending fantasy, adventure, and a touch of humour. Ezekiel's journey not only aims to be entertaining but also highlights themes of compassion, forgiveness, and the importance of finding peace. The vivid descriptions of Rome and its historical significance add another layer of depth to the story. Unbeknownst to Father Thomas O'Neill, a kind-hearted, slightly eccentric Roman Catholic exorcist, his large, lazy ginger tomcat, Ezekiel, leads a double life. Every night, as the silver light of the moon bathes ...

Sarah loves visiting history . . . But a mysterious man in a wide-brimmed hat wrecks the fun. He stalks her through time, threatening to enslave her soul and destroy the facetaker powers. Think again, pal. Sarah might just have a rare soul power of her own. If she can convince iconic historical figures from the Middle Ages to teach her. One is a martyr, the other a mass murderer. But her enemy has his own historical trump card. His name is Spartacus. And there is a reason his body was never found.

What would you think if, in your old age, the doctors tell you that you only have a couple years left to live, and even ultra-modern medical technology is powerless to help? Some may spend their remaining years at the bottom of a bottle, others may choose to spend it quietly, with family...But there are also those who are ready to leave everything behind. Volper is one of those who has decided to have one last hurrah and immerse himself in a virtual reality.

In Romantic Whispers of the Lyre, Roman scholar Lucius journeys to Palmyra seeking ancient musical secrets—only to fall for Mara, a gifted musician hiding her identity as a warrior princess. As forbidden love blossoms, Lucius and Mara must navigate betrayal, political intrigue, and their own divided loyalties in a world on the edge of war. Amid ancient ruins and rising tension, their passion may unite two worlds—or be silenced forever by the shadows of empire.

Rome, AD 51: Vespasian brings Rome's greatest enemy before the emperor. After eight years of resistance, the British warrior Caratacus has been caught. But Agrippina, Emperor Claudius' wife, pardons Caratacus. Claudius is a drunken fool, and Narcissus and Pallas, his freedmen, are battling for control of his throne. Separately,they decide to send Vespasian east to Armenia to defend Rome's interests. Meanwhile the East is in turmoil.

“When it came right down to it, our dream trip felt like falling off a cliff.” After early retirement, in 2017 Pam and her husband Dave packed four suitcases and one beer cooler full of insulin and boarded a one-way flight to Italy for a year-long dream trip. The dream was to live like locals, find out-of-the-way restaurants, and watch the seasons change. But behind every dream, there is the reality. What happens when two people retire from their full-time jobs and realize they have developed separate lives? Is it possible to reconnect, despite the stress of traveling, while living ...

Axe-wielding barbarian Ulrich is on a quest for vengeance against the men who destroyed his home and killed his family. On his journey, he meets Tau, a freed African slave; Ima, a vengeful German war maiden; and Sigmund, a gentle giant caught between worlds. Together, they must ally with the Roman Legion to fight against an evil that threatens all the civilized world and pursue justice for those they have lost. A terrible force of invaders, the Alemanni, throw a continent into chaos on their quest for power and revenge, and only a young Caesar Julian stands in their way.

Let this book guide you to the many places that you must see in Rome to not let your once in a lifetime trip go to waste. This book is filled with suggested places to stay, from affordable to luxurious, places to visit, local cuisines to try, and places to shop. All these suggested itineraries have been experienced first-hand and are all highly recommended to tourists.

Hannibal Barca moved through the countryside burning, looting, and attracting recruits and supplies from disgruntled city residents and tribesmen. Cornelius Scipio remained with the forward Legions, taking any position available. It spoke well of his loyalty, but his actions hid a deeper secret. Cornelius feared the Scipio men would be accused of being cowards. Jace Kasia had no family but had a goal to be recognized as a Cretan archer. On the banks of Lake Trasimene, he earned the position of File Leader.

Rome, the Eternal City. Today visitors can stand on bridges that Julius Caesar and Cicero crossed; walk around temples in the footsteps of emperors; visit churches from the earliest days of Christianity. This is all the more remarkable considering what the city has endured. It has been ravaged by fires, floods, earthquakes, and - most of all - by roving armies. Matthew Kneale uses seven of these crisis moments to create a powerful and captivating account of Rome’s extraordinary history. He paints portraits of the city before each assault, describing how Romans, both rich and poor, lived their everyday lives.

Very little is known about Marcus Pontius Pilate, the infamous judge at the trial of Jesus of Nazareth. He was of the upper Roman equestrian class and a soldier who eventually was appointed as Governor of Judea. When Jesus came before him to be tried for sedition, he tried to free him on several occasions. Why? What was his reasoning to release him rather than execute him? What was he afraid of? What happened to him after the trial? This book will present historical facts as recorded from the Apocrypha, Roman archives of the Vatican, historian Josephus, the gospels of the bible, and other ...

Immerse your child in the enchanting world of Roman mythology. From the mighty Jupiter's thunderous power to Venus' enchanting tales of love, this book is a portal to a realm where gods, heroes, and mythical creatures reside.

Tuscany. What's it really like? The author of the acclaimed Inside Tuscany: A Second Time Around guide book series offers a new anthology of essays about living and traveling in Tuscany and Italy. Book Sections I. P8: Many of the best foods of Italy begin with the letter P: pizza, pecorino Toscano, porcini mushrooms, pasta, parmigiano reggiano, prosciutto, porchetta, and pici. II. Working and Living: including my philosophy for slow travel, what my workday looks like, the benefits of speaking Italian, a visit to the hospital emergency ward, and mysterious vibes. III. Rome: staying at a ...