Darkness And Dawn V1: Or Scenes In The Days Of Nero, A Historic Tale (1891) is a novel written by Frederic William Farrar. The book is set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero and follows the lives of two main characters, Marcus and Lydia, who are caught up in the tumultuous events of the time. The story begins with the Great Fire of Rome in 64 AD, which Nero blames on the Christians and uses as an excuse to persecute them. Marcus is a wealthy Roman citizen who is sympathetic to the Christians and becomes involved in their struggle for survival. Lydia is a young Christian woman who is forced to flee Rome and becomes separated from Marcus. The novel is a tale of love, faith, and courage in the face of persecution. It explores the themes of religious tolerance, justice, and the power of love to overcome hatred and violence. Farrar, who was a prominent theologian and writer in the 19th century, uses his knowledge of ancient history and his Christian faith to create a vivid and compelling story. The book is the first in a series of three and has been praised for its historical accuracy and its portrayal of the early Christian church. Overall, Darkness And Dawn V1: Or Scenes In The Days Of Nero, A Historic Tale (1891) is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient Rome and the early Christian church.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.