Œuvres Complètes De Gustave Flaubert, Tome 2: Salammbô is a historical novel first published in 1964, set in ancient Carthage during the Mercenary War. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and cultural conflict, beginning with a lavish feast hosted by General Hamilcar, where soldiers from diverse backgrounds gather amidst brewing tensions. The story intricately weaves personal desires with the political strife of the era, particularly through the character of Salammbô, Hamilcar's daughter, who becomes central to the unfolding drama.
