Publisher's Synopsis
Zenobia is a historical fiction novel written by William Ware, first published in 1837. The story is set in the third century AD and follows the life of the Queen of Palmyra, Zenobia. She is a strong and intelligent woman who is determined to lead her people to greatness. Zenobia is a skilled warrior and a gifted diplomat, and she is able to unite the various tribes of her kingdom under her leadership. She forms an alliance with the Roman Empire, but when the Emperor Aurelian demands that she submit to his rule, she refuses and declares war. The novel follows the battles and political intrigue that ensue as Zenobia fights for the independence of her kingdom. The novel is a thrilling adventure story that also explores themes of power, loyalty, and the struggle for freedom. It is a classic of historical fiction and a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history or strong female characters.Full title: Zenobia or, The Fall of Palmyra.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.
