Antinous

Antinous: A Romance of Ancient Rome is a historical fiction novel written by George Taylor in 1882. The book tells the story of Antinous, a young Greek man who becomes the lover of the Roman Emperor Hadrian. The novel is set in the second century AD and follows Antinous as he rises from a humble upbringing to become a celebrated figure in Rome.The book is divided into three parts, each of which explores a different aspect of Antinous's life. The first part focuses on his childhood and early years, as he grows up in poverty in the Greek city of Claudiopolis. The second part of the book follows Antinous as he becomes the lover of Hadrian and travels with him throughout the Roman Empire. The final part of the book deals with Antinous's tragic death and the aftermath of his passing.Throughout the novel, Taylor explores themes of love, power, and betrayal. He also provides a vivid depiction of life in ancient Rome, including the political intrigues of the imperial court and the religious practices of the time.Overall, Antinous: A Romance of Ancient Rome is a compelling and well-researched work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on the life and times of one of Rome's most enigmatic figures.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.