The Sign Of The Cross - Wilson Barrett - Bog

""The Sign of the Cross"" is a historical fiction novel written by Wilson Barrett. The story is set in Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero, and it follows the lives of two young Christians, Marcus and Lygia. Marcus is a Roman soldier who falls in love with Lygia, a Christian hostage who is being held by Nero. As Marcus tries to save Lygia from Nero's clutches, he becomes increasingly drawn to her faith and eventually converts to Christianity himself. However, Nero's persecution of the Christians intensifies, and Marcus and Lygia must navigate dangerous territory to stay alive. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including gladiators, slaves, and other Christians. The novel explores themes of faith, love, and loyalty in the face of adversity, and it offers a vivid portrayal of ancient Rome and the early Christian church. Overall, ""The Sign of the Cross"" is a compelling and engaging read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and romance novels alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.