Simon Scarrow
Novelist known for historical fiction
Born
October 3rd, 1962
62 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1962, a Nigerian-English novelist specializes in historical fiction. Primarily focuses on the Roman Empire and military history in writing. Gained recognition with the 'Eagle' series, which centers on the adventures of two Roman soldiers. The first installment, 'Under the Eagle', was published in 2000 and established a loyal readership. Works often highlight the complexities of war and personal relationships in historical contexts.
Wrote the 'Eagle' series
Published 'Under the Eagle' in 2000
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