The Gladiator: A Life Under The Roman Empire In The Beginning Of The Third Century is a historical novel written by H.M. Paget and first published in 1879. The book tells the story of a gladiator named Marcus, who lives during the early years of the third century in the Roman Empire. The novel is set in the city of Rome, and the author provides a vivid description of the city and its people during this time period. The story follows Marcus as he rises through the ranks of the gladiatorial arena, from his early days as a novice to his eventual status as a champion. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges and obstacles, both in the arena and in his personal life.Through the character of Marcus, the author explores the themes of honor, loyalty, and courage in the face of adversity. The book also provides a detailed look at the gladiatorial games themselves, including the different types of gladiators, the weapons they used, and the tactics they employed in the arena.Overall, The Gladiator is a gripping tale of one man's struggle to survive and succeed in the brutal world of ancient Rome. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Roman history, gladiatorial combat, or just a good adventure story.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.