The Eagle and the Swan
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| Rating | : | 4.42 (944 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B00GIR54MI |
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| Number of Pages | : | 188 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2018-01-02 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A beautiful literary Renaissance of the Byzantine Empire Since Gibbon’s “Fall of the Roman Empire” Byzantium has suffered from a bad reputation. It is primarily remembered for subtle theological disputes, sometimes concerning only one letter ( Homoousios vs. Homoiousios in the controversy about the human and divine nature of Christ) or one word ( “filioque” the Western addition to the Nicene creed considered anathema by the Orthodox). Nevertheless the results of these disputes are a hallmark of Christianity even today. "A true page-turner!" according to Fran Zak. When I first saw the Amazon entry for "The Eagle and the Swan," I was intrigued with the idea of a novel which takes place in the 6th Century in a far off land with a little-known history. Once I started it, I couldn't stop. I can't recommend it highly enough; it's a real page turner. Carol Strickland's tale of 6th Century love, lust, court intrique, and the rise to power and position of two extraordinary commoners, is riveting. Theodora was a very early and admirable feminist: capable, smar. EAGLE AND THE SWAN IS VERY GOOD! Isaac Dye It's a book rife with detail and passion. If you like historical fiction this book hits on all cylinders. The level of detail in terms of prose and historical relevance is engaging. And THEN the plot is what's moving. The love and lust combined with a compelling story, taking on universal themes from a cross section of history, makes for a gripping work. Although I might lean more towards fantasy and science fiction, this book engaged me from a more thoughtful and deliberate perspective, foc
Within a manuscript that has not been read for a millennium and a half, there are secrets that will rewrite the history of an Empire…It is AD 518 in Constantinople at the heart of the Byzantine Empire. A beautiful courtesan dances in the Imperial Palaces; stirring hearts, rousing desires, and changing the course of history indelibly. The soldier and the swan dancer set out on a treacherous path to power that would lead all the way to the throne. Theodora was a circus performer and daughter of the bear-keeper, until she caught the eye of a clever young military officer. Ms Strickland is on top of her game!”About the AuthorCarol Strickland is an author, sc