{"product_id":"9791387615000","title":"AGRIPPINA'S SANDALS","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAGRIPPINA'S SANDALS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA novel that intertwines the existential crisis of a contemporary woman with the hidden history of one of the most vilified female figures of the Roman Empire. Through Teresa's inner journey and the account of the young messenger Marebodus, the work offers a reinterpretation of Agrippina's life, rescuing her from the historical narrative that has portrayed her as cruel and manipulative. An ode to sisterhood and a reflection on power, love, and memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe novel follows Teresa, a woman going through a profound existential crisis. To face her fears, she delves into an event that occurred in ancient Rome nearly two thousand years ago, finding in the past a mirror of her own reality. In parallel, the story of Marebodus, a young messenger in the Roman army, draws us into the intricacies of power and the discovery of love in a hostile context. The core of the work is the vindication of Agrippina and other historical women, traditionally labeled as wicked or manipulative. The author proposes an alternative version: that of a woman who, from childhood, lived a history marked by terror, violence, and powerlessness. Thus, the novel builds a bridge between two eras to speak about universal themes such as loss, family, and the fundamental questions of existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eVindication of the historical figure of Agrippina and other women from the past.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExistential crisis and the search for identity in contemporary women.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePower and its dark mechanisms in the context of the Roman Empire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSisterhood as a bond of support between women across time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLove and loss as universal and timeless experiences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers interested in historical fiction with a feminist and revisionist perspective, who seek stories that give a voice to female characters silenced by official history. It is also suitable for those who enjoy narratives that combine contemporary plots with the classical past, and for those who appreciate complex characters and reflections on the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA new look at the history of Rome, centered on the female perspective and distanced from traditional stereotypes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA dual plot that connects the existential concerns of the present with the conflicts of the past.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep reflection on the construction of historical memory and the judgment of powerful women.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMemorable characters and accessible prose that facilitates immersion in the narrative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Azcona López de Goicoechea, Mila\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: EDICIONES CON M DE MUJER\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: CLASSICAL FICTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: CON M DE MUJER\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: December 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 612\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 751 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn ambitious novel that succeeds in building a solid bridge between contemporary and historical fiction, offering a reading that invites reflection. Its main success lies in the vindication of Agrippina, a complex historical character who is treated here with depth and sensitivity. The work will be of special interest to those seeking narratives that challenge established accounts and give prominence to the female experience in history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EDICIONES CON M DE MUJER","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406771609947,"sku":"9791387615000","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/979138761500.jpg?v=1781840828","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9791387615000","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}