Saronia: A Romance of Ancient Ephesus (1900)

Saronia: A Romance of Ancient Ephesus is a historical novel written by Richard Short and published in 1900. The story is set in the ancient city of Ephesus, located in modern-day Turkey, during the Roman Empire. The novel follows the life of Saronia, a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is the daughter of a wealthy merchant. Saronia falls in love with a young Roman soldier named Lucius, but their relationship is threatened by the political and social tensions of the time. As the story unfolds, Saronia and Lucius must navigate the complex and dangerous world of ancient Ephesus, facing challenges and obstacles that test their love and loyalty. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including wealthy merchants, powerful politicians, and cunning schemers. The novel is a vivid and engaging portrayal of life in ancient Ephesus, offering readers a glimpse into the customs, beliefs, and conflicts of this fascinating period in history.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.