Ein Kampf um Rom: Historischer Roman. Zweiter Band by Felix Dahn
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The Story
This book picks up the saga as the once-mighty Ostrogoths are on their last legs. Their great king, Theodoric, is gone, and the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire, led by the brilliant general Belisarius, is determined to reclaim Italy. We follow Totila, a charismatic and doomed Gothic king, as he rallies his people for one final, desperate stand. It's a story of brilliant battles, shifting loyalties, and political schemes, but at its core, it's about a civilization fighting for its very survival.
Why You Should Read It
Dahn doesn't just give you history; he gives you people. Totila isn't a statue—he's a flawed, passionate leader you root for, even knowing how it all ends. The scale is huge, but the moments that stick with you are intimate: a soldier's fear, a spy's dilemma, the quiet grief of a lost homeland. It’s a powerful reminder that 'history' is just a collection of personal stories, all crashing together. Reading this feels less like studying and more like time travel to a pivotal, heartbreaking moment.
Final Verdict
Perfect for anyone who loves a grand, character-driven historical epic. If you enjoy the sweeping drama of books like I, Claudius or The Last Kingdom, but want to explore a less familiar period, this is your next great read. Be prepared—it's not a light adventure. It's a thoughtful, often somber look at the end of an era, and it will stay with you long after the final page.
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Ashley Scott
1 year agoI was skeptical at first, but the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged. Definitely a 5-star read.