The Wooing Of Malkatoon - Lew Wallace - Bog

The Wooing Of Malkatoon: Commodus is a novel written by American author Lew Wallace and first published in 1897. The story is set in ancient Rome and follows the life of the Roman Emperor Commodus. Commodus is known for his lavish lifestyle and his love for gladiatorial games. The novel explores his reign and his relationships with the people around him, including his wife, his mistress, and his advisors. The title of the book refers to Malkatoon, a Persian princess who is brought to Rome as a captive. Commodus falls in love with her and tries to win her affection through various means. The novel also touches upon themes of power, love, and betrayal. The Wooing Of Malkatoon: Commodus is a historical fiction that provides a glimpse into the life of one of the most controversial emperors of ancient Rome. Lew Wallace, the author, is best known for his novel Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ, which was also set in ancient Rome.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.