: As Hannibal crosses the Alps and inflicts devastating defeats on Rome, Scipio participates in pivotal historical moments, including the Battle of Ticinus, where he famously saves his father's life, and the catastrophic Battle of Cannae .
: This is the first of three volumes, followed by Las legiones malditas (The Cursed Legions) and La traición de Roma (The Treachery of Rome). Book Review: Africanus: El Hijo Del Consul
: Beyond the battlefield, the story explores the cutthroat world of the Roman Senate. Scipio must navigate the enmity of figures like Quintus Fabius Maximus , who opposes the Scipio family’s influence. Africanus, El Hijo Del Consul Santiago Posteg...
: While primarily following Scipio, the book also delves into the motivations of Hannibal and provides a glimpse into the lives of common Roman citizens, such as the ne'er-do-well Titus Macius. Key Details Format : The book is a 720-page historical fiction epic.
Africanus: El Hijo del Cónsul (Africanus: The Son of the Consul) is the first novel in a sweeping historical trilogy by Santiago Posteguillo that chronicles the life of the legendary Roman general . : As Hannibal crosses the Alps and inflicts
: The novel traces Scipio’s life from his birth in 235 B.C. through his rigorous military training. It follows his early years as he grows up in the shadow of his father and uncle, both influential Roman consuls.
The story is set in the late 3rd century B.C. during the , a time when the Roman Republic faced total annihilation at the hands of the Carthaginian general Hannibal Barca . Plot Overview Scipio must navigate the enmity of figures like
: The narrative focuses on Scipio's transformation into a brilliant strategist. It concludes with his first major triumph: the daring conquest of Cartago Nova (New Carthage) in 209 B.C..