Temporal Power - A Study in Supremacy

Marie Corelli

Summary

"Temporal Power: A Study in Supremacy" by Marie Corelli delves into the clash between worldly power and spiritual essence. The narrative explores the corrupting influence of authority, weaving a tale of political intrigue and moral quandaries. Corelli questions the true source of supremacy and highlights the consequences of misplaced ambition. Set against a backdrop of societal decadence, the novel serves as a thought-provoking exploration of the timeless struggle for dominance and the enduring battle between materialism and higher ideals.

Available since: 11/22/2023.

Print length: 568 pages.

Horror

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