Description
In the aftermath of the First Punic War, Carthage’s triumph turns brittle as unpaid mercenaries gather their strength and resentment. Against this volatile backdrop, Matho—a Libyan warrior—becomes consumed by Salammbo, the fiercely guarded daughter of Hamilcar, and his private obsession collides with a public struggle for power and survival. As alliances fracture and loyalties are tested, the novel traces how betrayal and ambition can ignite entire societies, turning celebration into catastrophe. Flaubert’s signature precision and lavish historical detail render ancient Carthage with startling immediacy, while themes of cultural collision, political calculation, and human desire pulse beneath the spectacle.
Available Editions
paperback
BoD - Books on Demand
Published Sep 4, 2023
306 pages
ISBN: 9791041950003
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Details
First Published
1862
Language
fra
Translation
From: fra
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Salammbo by Gustave Flaubert.