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The Boat of Fate

The Boat of Fate

The Boat of Fate

Keith Roberts

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2001
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Ficción histórica
ISBN:
9781587153563
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The Boat of Fate is a historical novel set in the late Roman Empire, specifically focusing on the period around the 4th century AD. The story follows the life of a young Roman officer named Marcus who is stationed in Britain. The novel explores themes of loyalty, duty, and the clash between the Roman and Celtic cultures during a time of great upheaval and transition.

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