The Centurion's Empire

The Centurion's Empire

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author = Sean McMullen
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language = English
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isbn = ISBN 0-8125-6475-8
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"The Centurion's Empire" is a 1998 science fiction novel by Sean McMullen. It won the 1998 Aurealis Award for best science fiction novel.

Plot

The Roman centurion Vitellan enters into multiple periods of hibernation through a concotion developed from snow-dwelling insects. He 'emerges' into various periods throughout history, many times assisting the locals in defending themselves from outside threats. Unfortunately Vitellan is not doing so well, the artificial suspension is severely injuring him.

The novel continues into the future, where several originizations vie for the control of Vitellan.


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