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Set in 3rd century BC Carthage, the story revolves around Salammbô, a priestess and daughter of a general, who becomes the target of Matho, a mercenary leader driven by obsession. When Matho, aided by the treacherous Spendius, steals the sacred veil of the goddess Tanit, Salammbô bravely infiltrates the mercenaries' camp to reclaim it. Flaubert's richly detailed narrative combines themes of lust, power, and cultural conflict, showcasing his departure from realism to explore exoticism and violence, ultimately solidifying his literary reputation.
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Salammbô (Historical Novel): Ancient Tale of Blood and Thunder, Gustave Flaubert
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- Released
- 2019
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- Title
- Salammbô (Historical Novel): Ancient Tale of Blood and Thunder
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Gustave Flaubert
- Publisher
- Chicago Review Press Inc DBA Indepe
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 164
- ISBN13
- 9788027330638
- Category
- Romance
- Description
- Set in 3rd century BC Carthage, the story revolves around Salammbô, a priestess and daughter of a general, who becomes the target of Matho, a mercenary leader driven by obsession. When Matho, aided by the treacherous Spendius, steals the sacred veil of the goddess Tanit, Salammbô bravely infiltrates the mercenaries' camp to reclaim it. Flaubert's richly detailed narrative combines themes of lust, power, and cultural conflict, showcasing his departure from realism to explore exoticism and violence, ultimately solidifying his literary reputation.