Salammbo - Ancient Tale of Blood & Thunder

Gustave Flaubert''s ''Salammbô - Ancient Tale of Blood & Thunder'' is a masterpiece of historical fiction set in ancient Carthage during the Mercenary War. The novel follows the story of Salammbô, the daughter of the Carthaginian general Hamilcar Barca, as she navigates love, betrayal, and political intrigue. Flaubert''s writing is characterized by his meticulous attention to detail and vivid desc...