The Count of the Saxon Shore; or The Villa in Vectis.: A Tale of the Departure of the Romans from Britain: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Count of the Saxon Shore; or The Villa in Vectis.: A Tale of the Departure of the Romans from Britain: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Count of the Saxon Shore; or The Villa in Vectis.: A Tale of the Departure of the Romans from Britain is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Church, Alfred John (1829–1912); Putnam, Ruth (1856–1931).
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"The Count of the Saxon Shore; or The Villa in Vectis" by Rev. Alfred J. Church and Ruth Putnam is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores the tumultuous period during the Roman Empire's waning influence in Britain, particularly focusing on events surrounding the impending departure of Roman legions. The narrative highlights an array of characters involved in this critical juncture, including soldiers, political figures, and civilians, with significant attention given to Count Ælius, who serves as a protector of the coastline against Saxon raiders. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the setting of a Roman military camp in Britain, where soldiers await their pay amidst growing unrest due to missed wages. The central character, Gratianus, struggles to maintain control as a new, reluctant emperor when his leadership is soon challenged by chaos and anger from the ranks. Following his violent demise, a new leader, Constantinus, arises, setting the stage for further political intrigue and the ramifications of Roman rule in the region. Meanwhile, the story intertwines themes of loyalty, identity, and the clashing of cultures, particularly as characters like Carna and a young Saxon grapple with concepts of faith, duty, and heritage against the backdrop of an empire on the brink of collapse.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Count of the Saxon Shore; or The Villa in Vectis.: A Tale of the Departure of the Romans from Britain
- Author credits: Church, Alfred John (1829–1912); Putnam, Ruth (1856–1931)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Great Britain -- History -- Roman period, 55 B.C.-449 A.D. -- Fiction
- Historical fiction
- Romans -- Great Britain -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
- Historical Fiction
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