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The Roman Mysteries: The Beggar of Volubilis: Book 14

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Roman Mysteries: The Beggar of Volubilis: Book 14
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Caroline Lawrence
Designed by Andrew Davidson
SeriesThe Roman Mysteries
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:272
Dimensions(mm): Height 199,Width 128
ISBN/Barcode 9781842556047
ClassificationsDewey:823.92
Audience
Children / Juvenile
Illustrations 1 Maps

Publishing Details

Publisher Hachette Children's Group
Imprint Orion Children's Books
Publication Date 7 February 2008
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Flavia and her friends are on a quest for the Emperor Titus - to steal a valuable gemstone known as 'Nero's Eye'. The Delphic Oracle prophesied that whoever owns the gem will rule Rome - so Titus is determined to claim it for himself. Their travels take them across the Roman province of Mauretania, from Sabratha (in modern Libya) to Volubilis (Morocco). As they travel on a caravan across the desert they encounter slave-traders, pantomime actors and a wild animal stampede. The detectives must consider another quest: what has happened to Uncle Gaius Meanwhile, Flavia faces some tough decisions about her future.

Author Biography

Caroline Lawrence is American. She won a scholarship to Cambridge to read Classical Archaeology, then did a degree in Hebrew and Jewish Studies at University College, London. She lives with her husband, a graphic designer, by the river in London and, in addition to writing her books, is very active as a speaker in schools and at book festivals.

Reviews

A great read for kids