Ode to a Banker
Ode to a Banker by Lindsey Davis is a New Edition published by Arrow in 2001, featuring 352 pages in English. This book presents a witty exploration of Roman publishing and banking, set against the backdrop of the long, hot summer of 74 AD. The story follows Marcus Didius Falco, a private informer and poet, as he navigates the complexities of authorship and patronage, revealing the darker aspects of the financial world where defaults can lead to dire outcomes.
Readers will find a blend of historical fiction and mystery as the narrative unfolds through Falco’s experiences. The book delves into themes of jealousy and the intricacies of financial dealings in ancient Rome, providing insight into the societal dynamics of the time. With its engaging storyline, Ode to a Banker offers a unique perspective on the intersection of literature and finance in a historical context.
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“Ode to a Banker – A witty exploration of Roman publishing and banking available for the first time in mass market paperback.
In the long, hot Roman summer of 74 AD, Marcus Didius Falco, private informer and spare-time poet, gives a reading for his family and friends. As usual, things get out of hand. Lindsey Davis’ twelfth Falco novel takes us from the jealousies of authorship and the mire of patronage, to the darker financial world, where default can have fatal consequences …
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