Eagles of the Empire Series Books 1-10 Collection Box Set by Simon Scarrow - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Under the Eagle
The Eagle's Conquest
When the Eagle Hunts
The Eagle and the Wolves
The Eagle's Prey
The Eagle's Prophecy
The Eagle in the Sand
Centurion
The Gladiator
The Legion

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Headline

Overview
This 10-book box set brings together Simon Scarrow's acclaimed Eagles of the Empire series in one complete paperback collection, following Roman soldiers Cato and Macro from the invasion of Britain through campaigns across the empire. Fast-paced and rich in historical detail, the saga blends brutal battles, political intrigue, and hard-won loyalty as two very different soldiers rise through the ranks side by side. A great fit for readers who enjoy Bernard Cornwell or Conn Iggulden, this set delivers a long, satisfying binge read spanning the first ten novels, ideal for history buffs and fans of action-packed ancient world adventure.

About the Books
The Eagles of the Empire series is Simon Scarrow's long-running saga of the Roman army, built around the friendship of two soldiers from opposite ends of the social ladder: Macro, a battle-hardened centurion, and Cato, a former slave thrust into leadership far sooner than he expected. Across these ten novels the pair are posted from the fog and mud of newly invaded Britain to the deserts of Judaea and Egypt, fighting rebellions, tribal armies, and political enemies within Rome's own ranks as often as they fight the empire's declared foes. Scarrow writes with a historian's eye for logistics, weaponry, and the rigid discipline of the legions, while keeping the pace brisk and the battle scenes vivid and immediate. As the books progress, Cato grows from an uncertain, bookish recruit into a capable and respected officer, while Macro's blunt loyalty and battlefield instincts remain the bedrock of their partnership. Threaded through the military campaigns are questions of duty, ambition, and what a soldier owes to his comrades versus his commanders, giving the series more emotional weight than a standard war adventure. Collected together as a paperback box set, these first ten installments offer new readers a natural entry point into the series and a way to experience Cato and Macro's earliest, formative years as officers in one continuous run, while longtime fans can fill gaps in their collection or revisit the saga's foundational arc in matching editions.

Key Benefits

• Complete run of the first ten Eagles of the Empire novels in one paperback set
• Follows Cato and Macro's partnership from its earliest days through major Roman campaigns
• Meticulously researched military history combined with fast-paced, cinematic action
• Great value way to collect an entire acclaimed historical fiction series at once
• Ideal gift for fans of Bernard Cornwell, Conn Iggulden, and Roman military fiction
• Compact paperback format is easy to read, shelve, and take on the go

Book-by-Book Guide
Under the Eagle — Cato, a young former slave, is thrust into the Roman army and paired with veteran centurion Macro as the legions push into Britain.
The Eagle's Conquest — the invasion of Britain continues as Cato and Macro face harsh terrain, tribal resistance, and the political pressures of an expanding occupation.
When the Eagle Hunts — the pair are drawn into a dangerous mission behind enemy lines as Rome's grip on Britain comes under renewed threat.
The Eagle and the Wolves — Cato and Macro help train and lead a native auxiliary cohort, testing their command skills against unfamiliar allies and enemies alike.
The Eagle's Prey — a Roman army under Emperor Claudius closes in on the British resistance leader Caratacus in a decisive campaign.
The Eagle's Prophecy — political intrigue in Rome collides with the front lines as Cato and Macro become entangled in a conspiracy with wide-reaching consequences.
The Eagle in the Sand — the action shifts to the deserts of Judaea, where the duo face new enemies and a very different kind of warfare.
Centurion — Cato and Macro are posted to the eastern frontier, confronting rebellion and treachery far from the familiar battlefields of the west.
The Gladiator — set on Crete, this installment finds Macro caught up in local unrest while Cato investigates trouble within Rome's own administration.
The Legion — the pair travel to Egypt, Rome's vital grain province, to root out a threat to the empire's food supply and stability.

About the Author
Simon Scarrow is a British historical novelist best known for the Eagles of the Empire series, which began with Under the Eagle. He has gone on to write many further titles in the sequence, including Centurion and other later installments following Cato and Macro's continuing careers in the Roman army. Beyond this series, Scarrow has written a quartet of novels covering the lives of Wellington and Napoleon, along with standalone historical fiction such as Sword and Scimitar, set during the 1565 Siege of Malta. His work is known for combining careful historical research with fast-moving, character-driven storytelling.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This ten-book paperback set is a brilliant way to dive into a beloved military saga without gaps between books. Whether it's a birthday gift for a history lover, a stocking stuffer, or a summer reading project, Cato and Macro's early adventures make for addictive reading from book one through book ten.

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