Belisaire is a historical novel written by French author Jean Francois Marmontel in 1775. The story is set in the 6th century and follows the life of the Byzantine general, Belisarius. Belisarius is a loyal servant and friend of Emperor Justinian I, who sends him on various military campaigns to defend the empire against its enemies. However, Belisarius faces many challenges along the way, including betrayal, political intrigue, and personal tragedy.The novel is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different period in Belisarius' life. The first part covers his early years as a soldier and his rise to prominence under the emperor's command. The second part follows his fall from grace and subsequent exile, as he is falsely accused of treason and stripped of his titles and property. The final part sees Belisarius regain his honor and lead a successful campaign against the Persian Empire.Throughout the novel, Marmontel explores themes of loyalty, honor, and justice, as well as the corrupting influence of power. He also provides a vivid portrayal of life in the Byzantine Empire, with detailed descriptions of battles, court intrigue, and daily life.Belisaire was well-received upon its publication and remains a classic work of French literature. It has been praised for its engaging storytelling, vivid characters, and historical accuracy.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.