“He (Scipio of Rome) did not consider that republic flourishing whose walls stand, but whose morals are in ruins. -- City of God, Book 1, argument #34 on The Overthrow of Rome”
Book:City of God
Quote by Augustine of Hippo
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City of God
This historical novel delves into the life of a young man in the bustling city of Rome, amidst the rise and fall of empires. The story is rich with political intrigue, moral dilemmas, and the struggle for survival in a time of great change. more
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