Rienzi by Edward Bulwer-Lytton
The novel chronicles the rise and fall of Cola di Rienzo, a charismatic 14th-century Roman who ascends from humble origins to become the city's Tribune, striving to restore Rome's ancient glory and enact political reforms through a popular uprising. Despite initial success in uniting the Roman populace and gaining power, the protagonist's idealistic ambitions are ultimately thwarted by the scheming of the nobility, the fickleness of the masses, and his own tragic flaws. The story serves as both a historical account of a significant period in Rome's post-imperial history and a cautionary tale about the complexities of leadership and the volatile nature of political fortune.
The 6291st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1835
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 100 Best Novels in the World (Published in 1899) (The Daily Telegraph)