ASIN: B00P5U4WSG
Publisher: Edwin Morris
Pages: 163
In the historical legends of ancient Rome, Horatius Cocles was a hero who, on his own, defended the Pons Sublicius, the bridge that led across the Tiber river to Rome, defeating the invading Etruscans. There are many poetic versions of this story, differing only in small proportion. Many books, films and television shows feature the theme of a hero such as Horatius - Brave Heart, Robin Hood, Thierry La Fronde and Dave Crockett, to name a few.Edwin Morris's version of this tale describes an exciting story of the life and times of ancient Rome, and at the same time presents comparisons to the life we live today. The story gives insight into lessons that we, as humans, are still trying to comprehend. We live in this world of wonder, beauty, love and trust yet let greed, treachery and destruction rule as a stronger force. In today's world of turmoil, Horatius' tale gives hope and ...
