The Fate of Iciodorum

The Fate Of Iciodorum: Being The Story Of A City Made Rich By Taxation (1909) by David Starr Jordan is a historical novel that explores the consequences of excessive taxation on a prosperous city. The story is set in the fictional city of Iciodorum, which has become wealthy due to its successful trade and commerce. However, the city's rulers become greedy and impose heavy taxes on the citizens, causing widespread discontent and unrest.The novel follows the lives of several characters, including a wealthy merchant, a poor farmer, and a corrupt politician, as they navigate the turbulent times in Iciodorum. The story highlights the social and economic disparities that arise from excessive taxation, as well as the political corruption that often accompanies it.As tensions mount and the city teeters on the brink of collapse, the characters must confront the harsh realities of their situation and make difficult choices about their future. The Fate Of Iciodorum is a thought-provoking and compelling work of historical fiction that offers a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked greed and corruption.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.