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| Title | : | The Field of Swords (Emperor #3) |
| Author | : | Conn Iggulden |
| Book Format | : | Mass Market Paperback |
| Book Edition | : | Anniversary Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 587 pages |
| Published | : | January 2006 by Dell Books (first published 2005) |
| Categories | : | Historical. Historical Fiction. Fiction. War. Roman. Fantasy. Military Fiction |
Conn Iggulden
Mass Market Paperback | Pages: 587 pages Rating: 4.28 | 13607 Users | 274 Reviews
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From the author of the bestselling The Dangerous Book for Boys With his acclaimed Emperor novels, author Conn Iggulden brings a dazzling world to life–the rich, complex world of ancient Rome as seen through the eyes of one extraordinary man: Julius Caesar. Now Iggulden returns to the story of Julius Caesar and a realm that stretches from the sands of North Africa to the coast of Britain. Against this magnificent backdrop, Caesar, his first victories under his belt and a series of key alliances in place, makes his move toward power and glory–and commands his famous legions on one of history’s bloodiest and most daring military campaigns. It is the heart of the first century B.C. For Julius Caesar, the time has come to enter the treacherous political battleground that has become Rome. Having proved his valor in the slaves’ revolt, Caesar is strengthened by the love and vision of a beautiful older woman, and by the sword of his loyal friend, Marcus Brutus. And when he is appointed to a new position of power, Caesar manages to do what none of the other great figures of his time could: capture the hearts of the Roman people themselves. Crushing a rebellion, bringing order to the teeming city, Caesar then makes the move that will change history. He leaves Rome for the foothills of the Alps. And with an army made in his own image, he begins a daring charge through Gaul, across the English Channel, and to the wilds of tribal Britain. Here, in a series of cataclysmic clashes, the legend of Julius Caesar will be forged. And while Caesar and Brutus pit their lives–and those of their men–against the armies of the wilderness, their political adversaries in Rome grow at once more fearful and more formidable. So when the fighting at the dominion’s edge is over, the greatest danger to Julius Caesar will await him on the Tiber–with a man who wants Rome himself. From the clash of armies to the heat of a woman’s seduction, from the thunder of battle to the orgies of pleasure and plunder that follow in a warrior’s wake, Emperor: The Field of Swords captures in riveting detail a world being shaped by a brilliant civilization. And in this extraordinary novel, the fate of Rome is being driven by the ambitions of a single man. A man with an unmatched genius for power. From the Hardcover edition.
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| Original Title: | The Field of Swords (Emperor, #3) |
| ISBN: | 0440240964 (ISBN13: 9780440240969) |
| Edition Language: | English |
| Series: | Emperor #3 |
| Characters: | Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus, Brutus, Marcus Licinius Crassus, Vercingetorix, Marcus Antonius, Augustus, Julius Caesar |
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Ratings: 4.28 From 13607 Users | 274 ReviewsAssessment Epithetical Books The Field of Swords (Emperor #3)
This author writes great Historical fiction. I've read 9 of his books and I always know what I'm in for when I settle into one. They are a real treat. He is usually in the 4-5 star range for me. This one, I liked, but I didn't love it as much as some of his others. But it did have the things that I've come to expect from the author. I loved the research and the way he seamlessly threads it all throughout. I sounds authentic and I liked the dialogue and the other characters. Even with all of thatI didn't enjoy this book as much as I enjoyed the previous two in this series. Why? Good question. For me, Caesar spends far too much of the books' emphasis on his campaigns out of Rome. Starting in Spain, then a really long time (much of the book) in Gaul, then his failures in Britain. I love historical fiction, and facts, but there was no way of knowing all the conversations and details of what happened in his long campaign in Gaul. That part dragged on too far for me, for too much of the book
I am really enjoying the Emperor series. Well developed characters, great paced action and wonderfully written. Just remember it is historical fiction, not historical fact.
Iggulden is such a brilliant author!! This is the third book. Julius Caesar in Spain and Gaul. I actually found the first two much more interesting and Caesar wasn't as annoying in his younger days.
Absolutely loved the detailing out of war, of which there are many. The details of the Roman style of fighting has captured to perfection whilst the landscape for war moves across continents
Having smashed up Spartacus at the end of the last book, The Field of Swords sees Caesar start off in Spain as Governor, before going on to pulling his mate's mum, (illegally) returning to home to Rome early to challenge for the role of Consul, setting up the First Triumvirate, smashing his way through Gaul and Britain, before deciding whether to return home once again by order of his only remaining military rival (and previous ally) or whether to start a massive civil war.Like with the last
I must have read this off and on since October, it was an absolute chore to get through at first. Switched to audio book and whispersync and it flowed better. What bogged it down for me is everything to do with Servilia, what should be about battles and politics, was marred for me by by a wrinkled old whore and a lovesick puppy. ..The book really picked up in the second part though I would have liked more battles and action. I felt it redeemed itself and now the series should pick up in the next
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