The Grass Crown - Masters of Rome
The Grass Crown - Masters of Rome
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Published:
7 August, 2003
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Description
The second book in the epic Masters of Rome series.
Rome. 97 BC. Gaius Marius is one of the greatest generals Rome has ever known. under him, Rome has conquered the Western world, withstood invasion and crushed its enemies. But when the ageing Marius grows weak, the stability of the mighty Republic looks uncertain.
Ambitious, tormented Lucius Cornelius Sulla, once Marius's right hand man, withdraws from his commander's circle to prepare his own bid for power. Marius is determined not to relinquish his control over the Republic, but with his closest ally now his most dangerous rival, the stakes are higher than ever before. And as a deadly enmity develops between the two men, Rome must fight its own battle for survival.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780099462491 |
| ISBN10 | 0099462494 |
| Number Of Pages | 1072 |
| Item Weight | 716 g |
| Product Dimensions | 134 x 198 x 49 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Cornerstone |
| Format | paperback |
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Author's Bio
Colleen McCullough was born in Australia. A neurophysiologist, she established the department of neurophysiology at the Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney, then worked as a researcher and teacher at Yale Medical School for ten years.
Her writing career began with the publication of Tim, followed by The Thorn Birds, a record-breaking international bestseller. The author of over ten other novels, including the acclaimed 'Masters of Rome' series, Dr McCullough also wrote lyrics for musical theatre.
Until her death in 2015 she lived on Norfolk Island in the Pacific with her husband.