Salammbô

In "Salammbô," Gustave Flaubert weaves a rich tapestry of historical fiction set against the backdrop of the mercenary-led revolt against Carthage in the third century BCE. Through his meticulous prose, Flaubert immerses readers in the culturally and politically charged atmosphere of ancient North Africa. The novel's narrative shifts between the grandeur of Carthaginian society and the visceral brutality of war, all while exploring themes of obsession, revenge, and the intersection of the sacre ...