The Romance Of The Emperor Octavian (1844)

The Romance of the Emperor Octavian is a historical novel written by James Orchard Halliwell and published in 1844. The book is set in ancient Rome and tells the story of Octavian, the first emperor of Rome. It is a fictionalized account of his life, beginning with his rise to power and ending with his death. The novel is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different stage of Octavian's life. The first part tells the story of his youth and his early career as a military commander. The second part describes his rise to power, his victory over Mark Antony and Cleopatra, and his establishment of the Roman Empire. The third and final part of the book focuses on Octavian's later years, including his relationship with his wife Livia, his decision to adopt Tiberius as his heir, and his eventual death.Throughout the novel, Halliwell portrays Octavian as a complex and multifaceted character, highlighting his strengths as a military strategist and his weaknesses as a politician. The book also includes a number of historical figures, such as Julius Caesar, Cicero, and Brutus, and provides a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Rome.Overall, The Romance of the Emperor Octavian is a well-written and engaging historical novel that provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of Rome's most important and influential leaders.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.