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Simon Scarrow

    3. október 1962

    Simon Scarrow je britský autor, ktorý je najviac známy svojimi historickými románmi. Jeho diela často zachytávajú vojenské konflikty a životy vojakov v kľúčových obdobiach histórie, ako je Rímska ríša alebo napoleonské vojny. Scarrow sa zameriava na realistické zobrazenie bitiek a každodenného života postáv, ktoré čitateľov vtiahnu do atmosféry doby. Jeho štýl je priamy a pútavý, čo z neho robí obľúbeného autora historickej beletrie.

    Simon Scarrow
    Brothers in Blood
    The Legion
    Krvaví havrani
    Římská krev
    Centurion
    Britannia
    • Britannia

      • 544 stránok
      • 20 hodin čítania
      4,6(93)Ohodnotiť

      Roman Britain, AD 52. The western tribes, inspired by the Druids' hatred of the Romans, prepare to make a stand. But can they match the discipline and courage of the legionaries? Wounded during a skirmish, Centurion Macro remains behind in charge of the fort as Prefect Cato leads an invasion deep into the hills. Cato's mission: to cement Rome's triumph over the natives by crushing the Druid stronghold. But with winter drawing in, the terrain is barely passable through icy rain and snowstorms. When Macro's patrols report that the natives in the vicinity of the garrison are thinning out, a terrible suspicion takes shape in the battle-scarred soldier's mind. Has the acting Governor, Legate Quintatus, underestimated the enemy, his military judgement undermined by ambition? If there is a sophisticated and deadly plan afoot, it's Cato and his men who will pay the price.Includes maps and charts.

      Britannia
    • Centurion

      • 368 stránok
      • 13 hodin čítania
      4,5(254)Ohodnotiť

      IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME! CENTURION, a no. 1 bestseller, is the unputdownable eighth novel in Simon Scarrow's Eagles of the Empire series. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. 'A new book in Simon Scarrow's series about the Roman army is always a joy' The Times AD 46. Roman army officers Cato and Macro have survived many dangerous missions together. They look out for one another. They're faithful to their Emperor. And from their men they demand bravery and ruthless efficiency. With the news that Rome's old enemy, Parthia, is poised to unleash its might against the border kingdom of Palmyra, Cato and Macro must embark on a desperate quest to protect the Empire. Outnumbered and deep in treacherous territory, they will have to endure a pitched battle that will test their courage and loyalty as never before...

      Centurion
    • Římská krev

      • 350 stránok
      • 13 hodin čítania
      4,6(46)Ohodnotiť

      Úskoční Parthové napadli Římem ovládanou Arménii a vyhnali krále Rhadamista. Rhadamistus je ambiciózní a bezohledný, ale věrný Římu a důležitý pro strategické zájmy říše. Místní velitel generál Corbulo dostane za úkol dosadit krále znovu na trůn, ale současně se musí připravovat na válku s mocnou parthskou říší. Proto Corbulona potěší příjezd Catona a Macrona, dvou zkušených vojáků, kteří se vyznají v tom, jak vycepovat početně i morálně slabé vojenské oddíly. Právě je pověří, aby se svou elitní kohortou pretoriánské gardy Rhadamista doprovodili do Arménie. Pochod na nezmapované, neznámé území, aby neoblíbenému králi vrátili jeho trůn, je nebezpečná mise. Spojencům se nedá věřit a ze všech stran útočí nepřátelé. Když dojde k povstání vyvolanému Rhadamistovým brutálním chováním, čeká statečné římské vojáky velmi těžká zkouška…

      Římská krev
    • Cato a Macro jsou terčem barbarů Římská říše již téměř deset let bojuje o prosazení nadvlády nad Británií. Nelítostný odpor vedený fanatickým králem Caratacem již připravil legie a jejich muže o mnoho sil. Do provincie se nyní po letech vracejí dva nejodvážnější vojáci – prefekt Cato a centurion Macro – aby legiím pomohli při jejich tažení. V pevnosti je však čeká mnohem krvežíznivější protivník než místní ustavičně útočící barbarské kmeny. Nejdřív totiž musejí vyrvat pevnost z rukou centuriona Querta – legionáře, který vede v odlehlých západních horách krvavou osobní válku.

      Krvaví havrani
    • The Legion

      • 400 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania
      4,4(204)Ohodnotiť

      THE LEGION is the action-packed tenth novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell. Egypt, AD 49. Cato, one of the youngest Prefects of the Roman army, and Centurion Macro have a tough posting: to track down and destroy a gang of former gladiators who have turned to piracy. Driven by vengeance, these hardened brutes have been defiling temples, sinking Roman ships, and slaughtering men, women and children. What's worse is that they are doing it all under the name of Macro and Cato, in an attempt to stir up a rebellion against the occupying forces. And it's working. If Macro and Cato don't stop the pirates in time, it could be the beginning of the end for the Roman Empire...

      The Legion
    • Brothers in Blood

      • 518 stránok
      • 19 hodin čítania
      4,4(176)Ohodnotiť

      IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME! BROTHERS IN BLOOD is the unputdownable thirteenth novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell. Praise for Simon Scarrow's compelling novels: 'Gripping and moving' The Times The Roman Empire's conquest of Britannia is under threat from within. A messenger on the streets of Rome has been intercepted and tortured, revealing a plot to sabotage the Roman army's campaign against Caratacus, commander of Britannia's native tribes. A treacherous agent's mission is to open a second front of attack against them and eliminate the two Roman soldiers who could stand in the way. Unwarned, Prefect Cato and Centurion Macro are with the Roman army pursuing Caratacus and his men through the mountains of Britannia. Defeating Caratacus seems within their grasp. But the plot against the two heroes threatens not only their military goals but also their lives. Includes 2 maps and Roman army organisation chart.

      Brothers in Blood
    • Britannia simmers with tension under Roman rule. Even the army's finest men will have a tough fight on their hands ... A stunning novel of courage, camaraderie and deadly enemies from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Centurion and The Emperor's Exile.

      The Honour of Rome
    • The Emperor's Exile

      • 352 stránok
      • 13 hodin čítania
      4,4(73)Ohodnotiť

      The gripping and action-packed new Roman army adventure in the Eagles of the Empire series by Sunday Times bestselling author Simon Scarrow. The perfect read for readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell. Tribune Cato and Centurion Macro, hardened veterans of the Roman army, have faced the Empire's enemies from Britannia to Parthia, from Hispania to Judea. Now once again they are on a mission that will imperil their lives and those of all who serve with them. Loyal to the last to their comrades in battle, fearless in the face of the most brutal or barbaric opponents, they are the finest men the Emperor can call on in the service of Rome. IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME! Praise for Simon's novels: 'Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best' Independent 'Blood, gore, political intrigue' Daily Sport 'Always a joy' The Times

      The Emperor's Exile
    • Under the Eagle

      • 448 stránok
      • 16 hodin čítania
      4,4(537)Ohodnotiť

      IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME! UNDER THE EAGLE is the gripping first novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling EAGLES OF THE EMPIRE series. A must read for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Conn Iggulden. Praise for Simon Scarrow's compelling novels: 'Gripping and moving' The Times AD 42, Germany. Tough, brutal and unforgiving. That's how new recruit Cato is finding life in the Roman Second Legion. He may have contacts in high places, but he could really use a friend amongst his fellow soldiers right now. Cato has been promoted above his comrades at the order of the Emperor and is deeply resented by the other men. But he quickly earns the respect of his Centurion, Macro, a battle-hardened veteran as rough and ready as Cato is quick-witted and well-educated. They are poles apart, but soon realise they have a lot to learn from one another. On a campaign to Britannia - a land of utter barbarity - an enduring friendship begins. But as they undertake a special mission to thwart a conspiracy against the Emperor they rapidly find themselves in a desperate fight to survive...

      Under the Eagle
    • Day of the Caesars

      • 460 stránok
      • 17 hodin čítania
      4,4(123)Ohodnotiť

      The Sunday Times bestseller AD 54. Claudius is dead. Rome is in turmoil. And two brave heroes of the Roman army face the challenge of their lives. Simon Scarrow's DAY OF THE CAESARS is not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell. 'A new book in Simon Scarrow's series about the Roman army is always a joy' The Times The Emperor Claudius is dead. Nero rules. His half-brother Britannicus has also laid claim to the throne. A bloody power struggle is underway. All Prefect Cato and Centurion Macro want is a simple army life, fighting with their brave and loyal men. But Cato has caught the eye of rival factions determined to get him on their side. To survive, Cato must play a cunning game, and enlist the help of the one man in the Empire he can trust: Macro. As the rebel force grows, legionaries and Praetorian Guards are moved like chess pieces by powerful and shadowy figures. A political game has created the ultimate military challenge. Can civil war be averted? The future of the Empire is in Cato's hands... IF YOU DON'T KNOW SIMON SCARROW, YOU DON'T KNOW ROME!

      Day of the Caesars