The Search Of Belisarius: A Byzantine Legend (1907)

By Percy Stickney Grant

Book Overview

The Search of Belisarius: A Byzantine Legend is a historical novel written by Percy Stickney Grant and published in 1907. The story is centered around the legendary figure of Belisarius, a Byzantine general who served under Emperor Justinian I in the 6th century AD. The novel follows the life of Belisarius as he rises to become one of the most successful generals in Byzantine history. However, his success is short-lived as he is betrayed by jealous rivals and falls from grace. Belisarius is stripped of his wealth and power, and his wife is taken from him. The novel then follows Belisarius on his quest to find his wife and regain his honor. He travels through the Byzantine Empire and beyond, facing many challenges and obstacles along the way. Grant's novel is based on historical events and characters, but he also adds his own fictional elements to the story. The book is a mix of adventure, romance, and historical fiction that provides a glimpse into the world of the Byzantine Empire. Overall, The Search of Belisarius is a captivating tale of one man's journey to redemption and a tribute to the enduring legacy of the Byzantine Empire.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116393335X
• ISBN13: 9781163933350
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"