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El Dios Que Habita La Espada — Jose Soto Chica ...

. Published in 2021, the novel won the prestigious Premio Edhasa Narrativas Históricas and is widely celebrated for its brutal, visceral, and expertly researched depiction of Visigothic Spain. 🛡️ The Author: A Master of Medieval History

A former professional soldier, Soto Chica lost a leg and his sight in an explosive accident during a UN peace mission in Bosnia. He redirected his life entirely to his passion for history, dictating his works. El Dios Que Habita La Espada Jose Soto Chica ...

Because Soto Chica is a preeminent historian on this specific era, every weapon, location, strategy, and political landscape is rendered with flawless accuracy. He redirected his life entirely to his passion

Set in the year 568 AD, the novel takes place in a chaotic, fragmented Hispania. The Roman Empire has largely abandoned the region, leaving it as a violent free-for-all among weakened, warring factions. The Roman Empire has largely abandoned the region,

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