{"product_id":"9788492444892","title":"Comprehensive Auguria","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAuguria integral\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is a historical graphic novel that immerses the reader in the complex intrigues of the Roman Empire in the 1st century AD. Through striking visual storytelling, Peter Nuyten explores the figure of Julius Civilis, a Batavian commander caught between loyalty to Rome and the fate of his people. The work combines historical rigor with epic drama, offering a profound vision of a conflict that shaped the future of the empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plot centers on the year 69 AD, during the turbulent Year of the Four Emperors. Julius Civilis, commander of the Batavian auxiliary troops in the Rhineland, receives a secret message from General Vespasian, who has been proclaimed emperor by his legions. Vespasian asks Civilis to feign a rebellion among the Germanic tribes to destabilize his rival, Aulus Vitellius, and pave his way to the throne of Rome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the plan is complicated when the Bructeri prophetess Veleda, a figure respected by all Germanic tribes, has a vision that reveals a very different fate for the Batavians. Her prophecy points to an authentic war of liberation, forcing Civilis to face an impossible dilemma: remain a pawn in the Roman political game or lead a real rebellion that could cost him everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConflict of loyalties between service to the Roman Empire and Germanic tribal identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePolitical manipulation and power strategies during the Roman imperial crisis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of prophecy and religion as a driving force for historical change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical epic and guerrilla warfare on the borders of the Empire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comic is recommended for readers interested in high-quality historical graphic novels, especially those passionate about Ancient Rome, Germanic cultures, and stories of military and political strategy. It is also ideal for those looking for an adult narrative with complex characters and deep moral dilemmas, far removed from mere entertainment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA visual and narrative immersion into a little-known but crucial historical episode of the Roman Empire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA balanced perspective that shows both the Roman viewpoint and that of the subjugated peoples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical characters portrayed with psychological depth, avoiding Manichaean simplifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn integral edition that collects the complete work, allowing for continuous and uninterrupted reading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peter Nuyten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ponent Mon Ltd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graphic novels, Graphic novels: literary and memoirs, Comics and graphic novels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Historical and War\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1280 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Auguria integral\" stands out for its ability to transport the reader to the turbulent Rhine frontier, offering a story that combines historical fidelity with the dynamism of comics. Peter Nuyten's work is especially attractive to fans of author-driven graphic novels who value detailed artwork and a plot that goes beyond action, exploring the contradictions of its protagonists. It is a recommended acquisition for those seeking titles that enrich their understanding of history through a demanding artistic medium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PONENT MON EDITORIAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405699834203,"sku":"9788492444892","price":39.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849244489.jpg?v=1781830411","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788492444892","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}