Against Tetrarch

Against Tetrarch

A. A. O. Gilmour / AAOGilmour

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Editorial:
Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2021
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9789354846007
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A sharp, sweeping tale that folds political intrigue into the fabric of everyday empire life. Against Tetrarch draws you into nineteenth century Britain where every decision reverberates across empire boundaries and moral ambiguity shadows the halls of power.This is more than a novel: it is a snapshot of a vanished world, rendered with modern clarity and the pulse of a grand historical adventure fiction. The narrative builds from tight, perilous plots to expansive reflections on authority, duty, and the costs of empire. It will appeal to both casual readers seeking a brisk, immersive read and classic-literature collectors who treasure the textures of Victorian era setting, gothic mood, and the cadence of nineteenth century britain. Its themes-political manoeuvre, loyalty versus conscience, and the fraught ethics of power-are ripe for discussion in historical fiction readers circles and college literature syllabus contexts alike, and it sits comfortably among a broader classic literature collection.Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today’s and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector’s item and a cultural treasure. This public domain fiction gem stands as a testament to Victorian authors collection heritage and the enduring allure of empire, duty, and human frailty, inviting readers to savour the rich tapestry without sacrificing accessibility.

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