Romulus (1901)

Romulus is a historical fiction novel written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1901. The story is set in ancient Rome and centers around the legendary founder of Rome, Romulus. The novel follows Romulus from his birth and childhood to his rise as a powerful leader and the establishment of Rome as a city-state. It explores the political and social climate of ancient Rome, including the struggle for power and the conflicts between the patricians and plebeians. The book also delves into the mythology and legends surrounding Romulus, including his twin brother Remus and the story of their upbringing by a she-wolf. Abbott's writing style is engaging and accessible, making this book an enjoyable read for both young and adult audiences interested in history and mythology. Overall, Romulus is a fascinating and entertaining historical fiction novel that brings the ancient world of Rome to life.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.