Imperial Purple

Imperial Purple is a historical novel written by Edgar Saltus, set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero. The book follows the story of Sabina, a beautiful and ambitious woman who rises from humble origins to become a powerful figure in the imperial court. Sabina's journey to the top is fraught with danger and intrigue, as she navigates the treacherous political landscape of Rome and battles against her rivals for power and influence.As Sabina rises to prominence, she becomes embroiled in a web of deceit and betrayal, as those around her seek to use her for their own gain. Along the way, she forms alliances with powerful men, including the notorious Emperor Nero, and engages in passionate love affairs that threaten to derail her ambitions.Despite the challenges she faces, Sabina remains determined to achieve her goals and become the most powerful woman in Rome. With its vivid descriptions of ancient Rome, its complex characters, and its gripping plot, Imperial Purple is a thrilling and unforgettable read that will transport readers back in time to a world of intrigue, passion, and political maneuvering.1892. For his most famous book, Imperial Purple, Saltus, novelist, poet and essayist, drew heavily from the histories of Suetonius and Tacitus to create a portrait of the bloody pageantry of Rome, from the majestic Julius Caesar to the freakish Heliogabalus. Contents: That Woman; Conjectural Rome; Fabulous Fields; The Pursuit of the Impossible; Nero; The House of Flavia; The Poison in the Purple; Faustine; and The Agony. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.