Flaubert, Gustave 1821-1880 creator Finne, Jalmari 1874-1938 text utu 2016 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Salammbo: Historiallinen romaani" by Gustave Flaubert is a historical novel published in 1862. Set in ancient Carthage during the Mercenary Revolt of 241–237 BCE, it follows Salammbô, a priestess and daughter of General Hamilcar Barca, who becomes entangled in conflict when mercenary leader Matho steals Carthage's sacred veil. Driven by obsessive desire, Matho's theft forces Salammbô into the enemy camp to reclaim the city's guardian treasure, setting in motion a tale of warfare, betrayal, and forbidden passion. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salammb%C3%B4 Release date is 2016-09-01 E-text prepared by Jari Koivisto Original publication data not identified Historical fiction Carthage (Extinct city) -- History -- Fiction PQ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52948 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52948 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134223.0 52948