AMIAS

by Thomas Penn Johnson

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Pub Date Apr 09 2024 | Archive Date Feb 08 2024

Historical Fiction

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AMIAS is a story of a young man's journey to find courage and discover his true self, an awakening of the historical imagination vital for a great writer, philosopher, and political leader.

Set in 1594 London, this play, while not a historical account, offers a lifelike portrayal of the personal and social life of Francis Bacon, Lord Verulam (1st Viscount St. Alban, Attorney General, and Lord Chancellor under King James I).

The central character, Amias, embarks on a quest to reconnect with his long-lost lover, Francis Bacon, seeking legal assistance for his ailing employer, the exiled Portuguese Prince Don Antonio. In their pursuit of justice, Amias, Bacon, and their allies clash with the political and financial machinations of other influential figures. In the mist of history, much about the everyday lives of people remains concealed.

This story offers a glimpse into the essence of Bacon's life and era, while revealing something timeless and profound—the enduring themes of courage and love that warm countless hearts and dispel loneliness.

AMIAS is a story of a young man's journey to find courage and discover his true self, an awakening of the historical imagination vital for a great writer, philosopher, and political leader.

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Thomas Penn Johnson was born on August 22nd, 1943 in Greensboro, North Carolina where he learned English language and literature from outstanding teachers Mame Penn, Geraldine Totten, Nelle Coley, and Dr. Joseph A. Bryant, Jr. (Chairman of the UNC-G English Department). In 1966 he received a BA in Classical Studies from then-Concordia Senior College in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In 1992 he published a collection of poems entitled If Rainbows Promise Not in Vain. In 2009 he retired from then-Edison State College in Fort Myers, Florida after serving for 26 years as an instructor of English and humanities.

Thomas Penn Johnson was born on August 22nd, 1943 in Greensboro, North Carolina where he learned English language and literature from outstanding teachers Mame Penn, Geraldine Totten, Nelle Coley...

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EDITION	Paperback
ISBN	9798891321687
PRICE	$16.99 (USD)
PAGES	108

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Jade M, Reviewer

Thank you Netgalley for the arc!
I read this on a Sunday evening and enjoyed it. The historical setting was good and the characters were well written. Would love to see this as a live performance. Was interesting to read about a lifelike portrayal of Francis Bacon.

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Sue O, Reviewer

AMIAS is a story of a young man's journey to find courage and discover his true self, an awakening of the historical imagination vital for a great writer, philosopher, and political leader.

A good book to read. Make readers thinks about life.