“For many years a tree might wage a slow and silent warfare against an encumbering wall, without making any visible progress. One day the wall would topple--not because the tree had suddenly laid hold upon some supernormal energy, but because its patient work of self-defense and self release had reached fulfillment. The long-imprisoned tree had freed itself. Nature had had her way.”
This novel is a fictional account of the Roman Empire, centering on the experiences of a soldier named Marcellus. After winning a costly robe in a chariot race, Marcellus is faced with the moral and philosophical implications of his newfound wealth and status. The story explores themes of power, greed, and the human condition amidst the backdrop of the Roman Empire. more
Lloyd C. Douglas was an American author renowned for his historical novels and religious works. His novel 'The Robe' became a bestseller and won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1945. Born on August 27, 1877, in Mankato, Minnesota, Douglas attended the University of Minnesota and practiced law before turning to writing full-time. His career spanned over 40 books, including both fiction and non-fiction. more
“I never think that I am the one who must see to it that cherries grow on stalks”
“Hey, be patient you'll have to kiss a few frogs before you find one that's your prince”