Horatius And Virginia (1877)

Horatius And Virginia is a historical fiction book written by Thomas Babington Macaulay and published in 1877. The book is set in ancient Rome and tells the story of two young people, Horatius and Virginia, who become entangled in a political conspiracy that threatens their lives and the stability of the Roman Republic.Horatius is a young soldier and loyal supporter of the Roman Republic, while Virginia is a beautiful and virtuous young woman from a wealthy family. When Virginia's father is accused of treason and sentenced to death, Horatius and Virginia are forced to flee Rome and go into hiding.As they try to evade their pursuers, Horatius and Virginia fall in love and must rely on each other to survive. Along the way, they encounter a cast of characters, including political schemers, corrupt officials, and brave soldiers, who help or hinder their quest for justice and freedom.The book is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of ancient Rome. Macaulay's vivid descriptions of the city and its people bring the story to life and transport readers to a bygone era. Horatius And Virginia is a timeless classic that will appeal to anyone interested in history, romance, or adventure.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.