Mare Nostrum (Spanish Edition)

The Mediterranean. A sea of love, war, and destiny.

In Mare Nostrum, Vicente Blasco Ibáñez delivers a sweeping and emotionally charged novel set during the First World War. The story follows Ulysses Ferragut, a bold Spanish sea captain, who becomes passionately involved with Freya, a mysterious and alluring German woman. As the Mediterranean—the ancient “Our Sea”—transforms into a dangerous battlefield of submarines, espionage, and naval conflict, Ferragut is torn between his love, his sense of duty, and the brutal realities of war. Blasco Ibáñez masterfully portrays the clash between personal passion and global catastrophe against the timeless backdrop of the Mediterranean.

This original Spanish Edition presents Blasco Ibáñez’s complete, unabridged text in its native language, showcasing his powerful realism, vivid maritime descriptions, and dramatic storytelling.

• The original Spanish Edition
• First published in 1918
• One of Blasco Ibáñez’s major World War I novels

Available in multiple formats:

• Paperback & Hardcover: Elegant print editions presenting the complete, unabridged Spanish text, ideal for your bookshelf.
• Ebook: DRM-free EPUB compatible with Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, and all major e-readers.
• Audiobook: Professionally narrated in Spanish, complete and unabridged, perfect for immersive listening.

A gripping classic for readers who appreciate epic tales of love, war, and the sea.

About the Author

Vicente Blasco Ibáñez (1867–1928) was a Spanish novelist, journalist, and political activist. He achieved international fame with works such as Los Cuatro Jinetes del Apocalipsis and Sangre y Arena. Celebrated for his vivid realism, dramatic intensity, and bold social commentary, Blasco Ibáñez remains one of Spain’s most influential authors of the early 20th century.