SELENE OF ALEXANDRIA
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New trade paperback. From the back:
"Young, gifted, and strong-willed, Selene longs to rebel against the restrictions of her class to become a physician. But in AD 412, the women of rich Christian families never lower themselves to work in a profession.
Selene perseveres and gains a powerful champion--Hypatia, the renowned mathematician and Lady Philosopher of Alexandria. But the next three years are perilous. Selene and Hypatia are drawn into the heart of a struggle between the ambitions bishop and the new governor for the soul of the city--a struggle that enmeshes Selene in accusations of witchcraft and spirals into a series of bloody confrontations between Christians, pagans, and Jews.
Selene comes of age amidst riot, plague, and political intrigue; but will she survive the consequences of her own ambitions and impulsive nature?"
"A grand epic tale told with engaging detail against a complex and compelling historical backdrop. Selene is a heroine worth celebrating." --Leanna Renee Hieber, Award-winning author of The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker
"Young, gifted, and strong-willed, Selene longs to rebel against the restrictions of her class to become a physician. But in AD 412, the women of rich Christian families never lower themselves to work in a profession.
Selene perseveres and gains a powerful champion--Hypatia, the renowned mathematician and Lady Philosopher of Alexandria. But the next three years are perilous. Selene and Hypatia are drawn into the heart of a struggle between the ambitions bishop and the new governor for the soul of the city--a struggle that enmeshes Selene in accusations of witchcraft and spirals into a series of bloody confrontations between Christians, pagans, and Jews.
Selene comes of age amidst riot, plague, and political intrigue; but will she survive the consequences of her own ambitions and impulsive nature?"
"A grand epic tale told with engaging detail against a complex and compelling historical backdrop. Selene is a heroine worth celebrating." --Leanna Renee Hieber, Award-winning author of The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker
From a review at BookPleasures.com:
The white limestone walls of Alexandria once rose from the Mediterranean Sea like a beacon of light. The most intuitive people and the most amazing minds throughout history sat in Alexandria's famous libraries and museums, speaking to the crowds of people about the past, present and future, and making monumental discoveries that are still in use today. Ptolemy was one of the greats, as well as The Lady Philosopher, Hypatia.
In this book, we meet Selene, a young (fictional) character, who is being readied for a suitable marriage but wants nothing more than to become a physician. She shears off her hair and dresses as a boy to meet Hypatia. The Lady Philosopher sees in Selene parts of herself—the will, longing, and brilliance to help people—and becomes Selene's champion.
At this time, Cyril, the Patriarch of the Christian Church, does all in his power - through pain, prejudice, and tyranny - to terminate all other gods and goddesses and modes of prayer. Selene becomes embroiled in an all out war, as she sees her beloved Alexandria fall down around her ears. For anyone who does not know the story of the fantastic Hypatia, I will omit some of the more fearsome facts about this time period—because, trust me, you will not be disappointed in her story. The woman was, and still remains, one of the most revered female philosophers in the world.
I am blown away and completely enthralled with Ms. Justice's the work. For seventeen years she 'hit the books' and studied every piece of information that is available from this time period. The rioting factions of church versus state; the romance between children who have grown up in an unstable world—each piece of their lives has been studied and recorded with beauty, brilliance, and brutal honesty.
Run to the bookstore and buy this for yourself. This is a 'must-have' after-Christmas present for you readers. In these pages, you will walk down Canopic Street, sit in the shaded colonnades with geniuses, and stare at the bright painted statues carved into the limestone niches that line the fantastical world of ancient Alexandria. You will walk up the steps of the immense Pharos Lighthouse and stare off at the ships in the harbor as they wait for the next distress signal against their fair city. And, best of all, you will sit in that grand library and meet the most remarkable people from a time long past. What more could you want? Happy Holidays!
The white limestone walls of Alexandria once rose from the Mediterranean Sea like a beacon of light. The most intuitive people and the most amazing minds throughout history sat in Alexandria's famous libraries and museums, speaking to the crowds of people about the past, present and future, and making monumental discoveries that are still in use today. Ptolemy was one of the greats, as well as The Lady Philosopher, Hypatia.
In this book, we meet Selene, a young (fictional) character, who is being readied for a suitable marriage but wants nothing more than to become a physician. She shears off her hair and dresses as a boy to meet Hypatia. The Lady Philosopher sees in Selene parts of herself—the will, longing, and brilliance to help people—and becomes Selene's champion.
At this time, Cyril, the Patriarch of the Christian Church, does all in his power - through pain, prejudice, and tyranny - to terminate all other gods and goddesses and modes of prayer. Selene becomes embroiled in an all out war, as she sees her beloved Alexandria fall down around her ears. For anyone who does not know the story of the fantastic Hypatia, I will omit some of the more fearsome facts about this time period—because, trust me, you will not be disappointed in her story. The woman was, and still remains, one of the most revered female philosophers in the world.
I am blown away and completely enthralled with Ms. Justice's the work. For seventeen years she 'hit the books' and studied every piece of information that is available from this time period. The rioting factions of church versus state; the romance between children who have grown up in an unstable world—each piece of their lives has been studied and recorded with beauty, brilliance, and brutal honesty.
Run to the bookstore and buy this for yourself. This is a 'must-have' after-Christmas present for you readers. In these pages, you will walk down Canopic Street, sit in the shaded colonnades with geniuses, and stare at the bright painted statues carved into the limestone niches that line the fantastical world of ancient Alexandria. You will walk up the steps of the immense Pharos Lighthouse and stare off at the ships in the harbor as they wait for the next distress signal against their fair city. And, best of all, you will sit in that grand library and meet the most remarkable people from a time long past. What more could you want? Happy Holidays!
I finally got the book ring together. Thanks for your patience. The usual rules apply: journal when you receive the book, read it and send it on; please don't keep it for more than a month; PM the next person on the list for their address; enjoy the read!
I've organized the ray to minimize shipping costs as much as I can. The list is posted below. If you see any known stallers on the list, please let me know. Also check below before mailing on, because there may be changes in the line up if people join or drop off.
Thanks again for joining the ring!
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3. eblanco001 <--Here
4. Ladybug74
5. svoigt
6. jnpert
7. mssaver
8. JudySlump612
9. Elizardbreath
10. Oldbroad
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Off to ladilee24 for the first leg of its journey. I hope you enjoy it!
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Off to ladilee24 for the first leg of its journey. I hope you enjoy it!
Just arrived in today's mail. I am looking forward to this and plan to dive right in. Thanks!
I loved this book! Selene is an amazing character, fully realized, trying to find her way on a path almost unheard of for a young noblewoman of her time. As Selene struggles to make the Lady Hyptia her patron, the new Prefect of Alexandria arrives and Orestes finds himself immediately in conflict with the Church and its Patriarchs, Theophilus and his nephew Timothy. (I hope I am spelling names right; I already packed the book in an envelope to ship.) The changing times, the conflict of Church and Empire, the family life of Selene, the life of Jews in Alexandria (as seen through Rebecca, Selene's maid and friend) - all are here and richly drawn. Beautiful writing!!! I was immediately drawn in and could not wait to find how the story happened. As the tension mounts in Alexandria and troops take to the streets, there is a desperation to Selene's actions and a sadness to the ending that was appropriate to the time. Thanks so much for including me in this ring!! I loved it!!
Released 14 yrs ago (3/8/2010 UTC) at
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Mailing out to the next person on the ring. Enjoy!
Mailing out to the next person on the ring. Enjoy!
Selene is here in Fort Myers, Florida! hope she enjoys the pleasant weather! I'm in the middle of another book right now, but will begin this one as soon as I'm done! Thank you so much, Faith, I am eager to share in your work.
March 21, 2010: Starting to read this today. I don't know what this week will be like for me, so I don't know how much reading time I'll have, but here goes!
April 1st, 2010: Still reading a few pages every time I get a chance to pick it up ... SEARCHING, SEARCHING for a block of time when I can sit and read a LOT at one time! But I am enjoying it. Sorry for the delay.
April 3, 2010: Finished today! Wow! What a thoroughly researched and descriptive novel. I love to learn history this way! Thank you for sponsoring this ring. I sent a PM to eblanco001 and I'm just waiting for her to send her address so that I can mail the book!
March 21, 2010: Starting to read this today. I don't know what this week will be like for me, so I don't know how much reading time I'll have, but here goes!
April 1st, 2010: Still reading a few pages every time I get a chance to pick it up ... SEARCHING, SEARCHING for a block of time when I can sit and read a LOT at one time! But I am enjoying it. Sorry for the delay.
April 3, 2010: Finished today! Wow! What a thoroughly researched and descriptive novel. I love to learn history this way! Thank you for sponsoring this ring. I sent a PM to eblanco001 and I'm just waiting for her to send her address so that I can mail the book!
Hi there! Almost done with the book! Will be contacting the next person to get their address!
I've provided a replacement copy here.
To those still waiting for the book, thanks for your patience.
