Verus: A Roman Story is a historical novel written by Benjamin Gott Kinnear and published in 1885. The book is set in ancient Rome and follows the story of a young man named Verus, who is born into a wealthy and influential family. Verus is sent to study in Athens, where he becomes interested in philosophy and the teachings of Epicurus. Upon returning to Rome, Verus finds himself caught up in the political and social turmoil of the time. He becomes...