The Emperor's Babe - Bernadine Evaristo
The Emperor's Babe - Bernadine Evaristo
Set in Roman London, here we read the story of Zuleika...a Sudanese girl married off at eleven to a much older Roman senator and she refuses to shrink into the margins of empire. Instead, she narrates her own legend in propulsive, contemporary verse.
Time collapses letting modern slang and ancient history collide. The result is funny, political and tragic all at once. Zuleika is reckless, sensual and self-aware. Just a girl trying to carve space for herself inside a system designed to silence her.
It’s historical fiction, yes but restless and rebellious. A novel in verse that feels surprisingly relevant, and completely its own.
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Penguin
Page count: 250
ISBN: 9780241989845
Origin: United Kingdom
Condition: VERY GOOD
Condition Notes
NEW
Unread. No markings, creases or wear. Essentially as new.
NEAR NEW
Looks unread or very lightly read. No obvious flaws.
VERY GOOD
Gently read. May show light shelf wear or a faint crease, but clean and solid
WELL LOVED
Clearly read and enjoyed. May include creases, small marks or edge wear. Still perfectly readable and held together
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