Theodora by Stella Duffy
Justinian took a wife: and the manner she was born and bred, and wedded to this man, tore up the Roman Empire by the very roots' Procopius Charming, charismatic, heroic - Theodora of Constantinople rose from nothing to become the most powerful woman in the history of Byzantine Rome. In Stella Duffy's breathtaking new novel, she comes to life again - a fascinating, controversial and seductive woman. Some called her a saint. Others were not so kind...When her father is killed, the young Theodora is forced into near slavery to survive. But just as she learns to control her body as a dancer, and for the men who can afford her, so she is determined to shape a very different fate for herself. From the vibrant streets and erotic stage shows of sixth century Constantinople to the holy desert retreats of Alexandria, Theodora is an extraordinary imaginative achievement from one of our finest writers.
Stella Duffy has brought Theodora to life brilliantly as a talented, ambitious woman, who unashamedly uses her feminine powers to get what she wantsShe is flawed but feisty, and absolutely fascinating. The story is fast paced and makes for a great read. - Sonia Palmisano, Hachette Special Sales Manager
Stella Duffy is the author of seven novels and the Saz Martin crime series. She has published over thirty short stories, many feature articles, and also writes for radio and theatre. Stella Duffy was born in the UK, grew up in New Zealand and now lives in London. In addition to her writing work she is an actor and improviser.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781844086900 |
| ISBN 10 | 1844086909 |
| Title | Theodora |
| Author | Stella Duffy |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Little, Brown Book Group |
| Year published | 2010-10-01 |
| Number of pages | 352 |
| Prizes | Winner of Stonewall Awards Writer of the Year 2010 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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