Imperium in Imperio

Flame Tree 451 is a collection of horror, mystery, and science fiction stories that explore themes of nationalism, civil disobedience, voter suppression, poverty, and education. It also includes neglected works that deserve a wider readership.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2022
Publisher: Flame Tree Publishing

In 1899, Grigg published a powerful and haunting book that vividly depicted the life of a black man living in a dystopian society during the Jim Crow era. Belton Piedmont, from a humble background, worked tirelessly to pursue education, facing relentless discrimination and racism as he grew older. When all hope seemed lost, he was introduced to the concept of Imperium in Imperio, a utopia where black people were treated with equality and aimed to influence government in Texas. This transformative encounter altered Belton's life forever. Grigg's unflinching narrative delves into profound themes such as nationalism, civil disobedience, voter suppression, poverty, and education, which remain relevant and significant today.

FLAME TREE 451: A Vast Collection of Tales
Flame Tree 451 is a treasure trove of diverse genres, encompassing mystery, crime, supernatural, horror, fantasy, and science fiction. It provides a well-balanced diet of captivating stories, featuring werewolves, robots, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations, and escapist fantasies. This collection is curated specifically for readers who revel in the fantastic, offering a vast array of tales that have been carefully selected to captivate and enthrall. Additionally, the Foundations titles delve into the origins of modern fiction, unearthing neglected works that deserve a wider readership. By presenting these classic and essential books in a series, Flame Tree 451 aims to expand the appreciation of fiction and provide readers with a rich and rewarding literary experience.

Weight: 208g
Dimension: 129 x 196 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839648847