Belisaire is a historical novel written by Jean Francois Marmontel and published in 1775. The story is set in the 6th century and follows the life of Belisarius, a Byzantine general who served under Emperor Justinian I. Belisarius is a brave and loyal soldier who becomes embroiled in political intrigue and betrayal as he tries to serve his emperor and defend the Byzantine Empire from its enemies. Along the way, he faces personal challenges and struggles with his own conscience as he navigates the complex world of politics and war. The novel is a richly detailed and vividly imagined portrayal of life in Byzantine society and provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the era. Marmontel's writing style is elegant and poetic, and his characters are complex and multi-dimensional, making this novel a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction or the history of the Byzantine Empire.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.