The Gate of Smaragdus is a novel written by Gordon Bottomley and published in 1904. The story is set in ancient Rome and follows the life of a young man named Marcus who is a member of the Roman army. Marcus is sent on a mission to find the mystical Gate of Smaragdus, which is said to hold the key to eternal life. Along the way, he encounters a variety of obstacles and challenges, including treacherous enemies, dangerous terrain, and unexpected allies. As he gets closer to his goal, Marcus begins to question his own ...
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The Gate of Smaragdus is a novel written by Gordon Bottomley and published in 1904. The story is set in ancient Rome and follows the life of a young man named Marcus who is a member of the Roman army. Marcus is sent on a mission to find the mystical Gate of Smaragdus, which is said to hold the key to eternal life. Along the way, he encounters a variety of obstacles and challenges, including treacherous enemies, dangerous terrain, and unexpected allies. As he gets closer to his goal, Marcus begins to question his own motivations and the true nature of the Gate of Smaragdus. The book is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of mortality, power, and the human desire for immortality. It is a classic work of historical fiction that has been praised for its vivid descriptions of ancient Rome and its engaging plot.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.
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