""Quintus Claudius V1: A Romance of Imperial Rome"" is a historical fiction novel written by Ernst Eckstein and first published in 1882. The story is set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Claudius, and follows the life of a young patrician named Quintus Claudius. Quintus is a highly intelligent and ambitious young man who dreams of becoming a great statesman and serving his country. However, his plans are derailed when he falls in love with a beautiful slave girl named Ligia. Despite the many obstacles in their path, Quintus and Ligia form a deep and passionate bond that transcends the rigid social hierarchy of ancient Rome.The novel explores themes of love, ambition, power, and the complexities of Roman society during the early Imperial period. It also features a cast of historical figures, including Claudius himself, as well as other notable figures such as Seneca and Nero.Eckstein's vivid descriptions of ancient Rome and its customs and traditions bring the city to life, immersing readers in a world of gladiatorial games, political intrigue, and forbidden love. ""Quintus Claudius V1"" is a gripping and engaging tale that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and Roman history alike.In Two Volumes.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.