Description: AD 262. The Roman Imperium is in turmoil afterthe struggle for the throne that brought Gallienus to power. Ephesus, themetropolis of the Eastern Empire, lies in ruins, shattered by a mightyearthquake. Its citizens live in fear as the mob overwhelms the city, bayingfor blood to avenge the gods who have punished them. Yet an even greater threatto the Empire advances from the North: the barbaric Goth tribes, determined topillage the city. Only Ballista, Warrior of Rome, knows the ways of thebarbarians, and only he can defeat them.
Brief description:
Harry Sidebottom received his doctorate in ancient history at Corpus Christi College, Oxford. He has taught at various universities, including his alma mater, where he is now a fellow and director of studies in ancient history at St. Benet's Hall and lecturer in ancient history at Lincoln College.
Review Quotes:
"Sidebottom's prose blazes with searing scholarship."
-- "Times (London)"