: Publio Sextio Baculo, a legendary, battle-hardened first centurion of the 12th Roman Legion. After sustaining permanent injuries that cost him several fingers, he is relieved of his active frontline duties.
: January 26, 2023 (Spanish Edition by Ediciones B) Genre : Historical Fiction Length : 624 pages 🛡️ Core Plot & Setup El prisionero del Cesar - Massimiliano Colombo....
🎭 : Instead of focusing purely on massive battlefield strategies, Colombo narrows the scope to an intimate, psychological exploration of two warriors from opposite sides finding common ground in a dark cell. : Publio Sextio Baculo, a legendary, battle-hardened first
: Vercingetorix is kept in the pitch-black abyss of the Tullianum (within Rome's notorious Mamertine Prison) for six years leading up to Caesar's grand triumph. The book masterfully navigates the growing, unexpected bond forged between these two former battlefield enemies as they find mutual respect in the face of political machinery. 💡 Key Features & Highlights : Vercingetorix is kept in the pitch-black abyss
🏛️ : Written by an author widely praised for his extensive knowledge of ancient military themes and active service background, the novel provides a gritty, highly accurate look into the logistics of Roman legions and life in the capital.
: Due to his penchant for getting into brawls back in the capital, a Roman magistrate assigns Baculo to a grim task: serving as the personal jailer of Rome's most prized captive.