The second half of fire in the east is brilliantly executed and harry sidebottom definitely did his research to bring to life the horrible reality of what a siege was like. Fire in the east ebook written by harry sidebottom. Fire in the east is a strong newcomer in the category of roman military historical fiction. I think fire in the east is the first of the warrior of rome series. Fire in the east warrior of rome series, book 1 library edition harry sidebottom, stefan rudnicki on. Warrior of rome fire in the east by harry sidebottom. Harry sidebottom is a british author and historian, best known for his two series of historical novels the warrior of rome, and throne of the caesars. Fire in the east has 7 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Fire in the east introduces us to ballista, the longhaired barbarian from the north, an angle, who has risen from dubious origins to say the least to be a commander of the roman army. The roman imperium is stretched to the breaking point, its authority and might challenged throughout the territories and along every border.
Fire in the east by harry sidebottom overdrive rakuten. Fire in the east warrior of rome, book 1 by sidebottom, harry and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. In fire in the east, mr sidebottom s first work of fiction and the first book in a planned trilogy, he sets the stage during the socalled crisis of the third century, the period between 235 and 284 ad, when rome came to within an imperial whisker of total ruin. Books by harry sidebottom author of fire in the east. One man is sent to marshal the defenses of a lonely city and to shore up the crumbling walls of a once indomitable symbol of roman power, a man whose very name means war, a man called ballista. In this wellconstructed, wellpaced and gripping account times literary supplement harry sidebottom combines stunning historical detail with resounding contemporary relevance as he explores the enduring question of how far the west will go to defend. Sep 29, 2009 fire in the east warrior of rome, book 1 harry sidebottom on. Book started a bit slow harry sidebottom is a fellow in ancient history at oxford. Fire in the east warrior of rome 1 by harry sidebottom. Harry sidebottom teaches classical history at oxford, where he is a fellow of st. Its a cliche to say it, but this really is a book of two halves, and the first is by far the worst. Fire in the east warrior of rome, book 1 9781590202463 by sidebottom, harry and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books.
I love this era and the fact it has so much action. Buy fire in the east by harry sidebottom online at alibris. Harry sidebottom books list of books by author harry. Fire in the east, the first book in a new series by oxford scholar dr harry sidebottom, is an unwieldy beast just as unwieldy as the elephants ridden by the persian army in this novel. His expertise shines though this book of historical fiction. With the gordiani, father and son, dead in africa, the tyrant maximinus thrax vies to reclaim the throne. The western provinces gaul, spain and britain have been seized by the pretender postumus.
It is the first novel in the series, focusing on the. Fire in the east audiobook, written by harry sidebottom. Fire in the east by harry sidebottom, 9780141032290, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The book is set for the most part during the sassanid siege of dura europos thinly disguised as the city of arete. To do so takes skill as a writer, and also mastery of the minutia of the period. Fire in the east the first novel of the series is a brilliant and exciting novel set in 255 ad, when the roman empire is facing one of its worst crises. Harry sidebottom is a fellow in ancient history at oxford. Fire in the east warrior of rome, book 1 by harry sidebottom book cover, description, publication history. Fire in the east warrior of rome 1 by harry sidebottom isbn.
Fire in the east ebook by harry sidebottom rakuten kobo. A wellresearched and absorbing account of warfare during the decline of the roman empire. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. The third book in sidebottoms epic series set in third century rome. It is certainly the one that established his reputation as a writer of historical fiction. It is the first novel in the series, focusing on the exploits of marcus clodius ballista a fictionalized version of balista, or callistus, a roman military officer originally of the germanic angles, during the military and political crisis of the third century. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. In the fifth novel in harry sidebottom s acclaimed and best selling warrior of rome historical fiction series, ballista returns to undertake yet another epic mission while the roman empire reels in chaos around him. Buy harry sidebottom ebooks to read online or download in pdf or epub on your pc, tablet or mobile device. Fire in the east book by harry sidebottom 7 available. In this blood and guts tale of ancient warfare, oxford lecturer sidebottom introduces readers to marcus clodius bastilla, a thirdcentury warrior. What did you love best about fire in the east warrior of rome.
One man is sent to marshal the defenses of a lonely city and to shore up the crumbling walls of a once indomitable symbol of roman power, a man whose. The cool water was scented with carnations or cloves. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals. The book is smart, finely detailed, violent and exciting. Fire in the east by harry sidebottom penguin books australia. The amber road is the sixth book in harry sidebottoms warrior of rome series. Harry sidebottom warrior of rome series book 1 fire in the. The year is ad 255 the roman imperium is stretched to breaking point, its authority and might challenged along every border. The greatest threat lies in persia to the east, where the massing forces. He will publish the last hour a new stand alone novel featuring ballista, the hero of the warrior of rome series, in march 2018. In the fifth novel in harry sidebottoms acclaimed and best selling warrior of rome historical fiction series, ballista returns to undertake yet another epic mission while the roman empire reels in chaos around him.
Rent fire in the east warrior of rome by harry sidebottom paperback book at and save. The third book in harry sidebottom s epic series throne of the caesars continues the tale of one of the bloodiest periods of roman history. Harry sidebottom author harry sidebottomteaches classical history at oxford, where he is a fellow of st. Fire in the east is a historical novel in the warrior of rome series by harry sidebottom, first published in 2008. I will definitely add the next one to my reading list. His mission is to fortify the city of arete in syria and hold it. He has an international reputation as a scholar, having published widely on ancient warfare, classical art, and the cultural history of the roman empire. Fire in the east warrior of rome series, book 1 library. And thats the world that harry sidebottom is able to bring vividly to the pages of this book. Sep 08, 2011 fire in the east, by harry sidebottom. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. It is unsettled times and the empire is stretched to breakpoint. Fire in the east fire in the east audiobook, by harry sidebottom. Already a bestseller in the uk, fire in the east is the first gripping installment in an immense grand narrativethe warrior of rome series.
Harry sidebottom is a british historian and author best known for writing the throne of the caesars and the warrior of rome series of historical novels. In ad 263, the roman empire is close to turmoil as violent uprisings threaten to shatter the fragile balance of power. Author harry sidebottom is a published professor of ancient history and he draws very detailed accounts of all aspects of roman military life in the mid 3rd century. Fire in the east is harry sidebottom s historical debut. Sidebottoms prose blazes with searing scholarship the times. Pdf warrior of rome i fire in the east download ebook. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read warrior of rome i. Fire in the east is harry sidebottoms historical debut the year is ad 255 the roman imperium is stretched to breaking point, its authority and might challenged along every border. Fire in the east warrior of rome, book 1 by harry sidebottom. There the isolated roman citadel of arete awaits inevitable. Harry sidebottom warrior of rome series book 1 fire in the east audiobook part 2 duration. Fire in the east by harry sidebottom from waterstones today. Fire in the east by harry sidebottom 2009, paperback for. Fire in the east by harry sidebottom penguin books new.
The greatest threat lies in persia to the east, where the massing forces of the sassanid empire loom with fiery menace. In this wellconstructed, wellpaced and gripping account times literary supplement harry sidebottom combines stunning historical detail with resounding contemporary relevance as he explores the enduring question of how far. Fire in the east is the story of marcus clodius ballista, a roman commander. In fire in the east, mr sidebottoms first work of fiction and the first book in a planned trilogy, he sets the stage during the socalled crisis of the third century, the period between 235 and 284 ad, when rome came to within an imperial whisker of total ruin. Fire in the east is a story steeped in ancient roman history. See all books authored by harry sidebottom, including fire in the east, and warrior of rome.
Roman military novels are a thing ive since learned. It is the first novel in the series, focusing on the exploits of marcus clodius ballista, a roman military officer originally of the germanic angles, during the military and political crisis of the third century. Fire in the east spent five weeks on the united kingdoms top 10 list upon its release in 2008, and has since sold over 100,000 copies. Harry sidebottom has 35 books on goodreads with 23484 ratings. Benets hall, oxford, and lincoln college, where he also teaches ancient history.
Book 1 by harry sidebottom available from rakuten kobo. Fire in the east warrior of rome 1 harry sidebottom on. To the east, on the plains of northern italy, the armies of read more. The series has sold well, with fire in the east selling over 100,000 copies and spending five weeks in the uk top 10 upon its release. Fire in the east warrior of rome series, book 1 library edition. I wasnt bored at all did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat. Fire in the east warrior of rome, book 1 sidebottom, harry on. In typical bloodthirsty fashion, rome is determined to keep its stranglehold on the known world. Sidebottom stated he drew inspiration for the series from historical writer tacitus and commented that he had based several of the series elements on real people and events from history. Fire in the east warrior of rome audiobook by harry. The year is ad 255 the roman imperium is stretched to breaking point, its authority and. Fire in the east is harry sidebottoms historical debut. The roman imperium is stretched to the breaking point, its authority and might challenged throughout the terri. Rent fire in the east warrior of rome by harry sidebottom.