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Salammbô (1862) is a historical novel by Gustave Flaubert. It is set in Carthage immediately before and during the Mercenary Revolt (241–237 BCE). Flaubert's principal source was Book I of the Histories, written by the Greek historian Polybius.
Jul 13, 2017 · Salammbo. Gustave Flaubert, Mahlon Blaine (Illustrator), A.J. Krailsheimer (Translator, Introduction) ...more. 3.74. 5,773 ratings457 reviews. An epic story of lust, cruelty, and sensuality, this historical novel is set in Carthage in the days following the First Punic War with Rome.
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Salammbô looked at the polar star; she slowly saluted the four points of heaven, and knelt down on the ground in the azure dust which was strewn with golden stars in imitation of the firmament. Then with both elbows against her sides, her fore-arms straight and her hands open, she threw back her head beneath the rays of the moon, and said:
Salammbô, historical novel by Gustave Flaubert, published in 1862. Although the titular heroine is a fictional character, the novel’s setting of ancient Carthage and many characters are historically accurate, if highly romanticized. Set after the First Punic War (264–241 bce), Salammbô is the story.
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Gustave Flaubert (22books) It was at Megara, a suburb of Carthage, in the gardens of Hamilcar. The soldiers whom he had commanded in Sicily were having a great feast to celebrate the anniversary of the battle of Eryx, and as the master was away, and they were numerous, they ate and drank with perfect freedom.
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Mar 3, 2009 · Salammbô by Flaubert, Gustave, 1821-1880. Publication date 1921 Topics Carthage (Extinct city) -- History -- Fiction Publisher Paris : Louis Conard Collection cdl ...
