Movie · 1914
Is Cabiria based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Cabiria is based on the works Salammbô by Gustave Flaubert (1862) and Carthage in Flames by Emilio Salgari (1908) and History of Rome by Titus Livius (0010).
The movie was released in 1914.
The book behind Cabiria
Salammbô
by Gustave Flaubert · first published 1862 · historical fiction
1862 novel by Gustave Flaubert.
History of Rome
by Titus Livius · first published 0010 · historiography
Livy's history of ancient Rome.
Common questions
Is Cabiria based on a book?
Yes. Cabiria is based on the works Salammbô by Gustave Flaubert (1862) and Carthage in Flames by Emilio Salgari (1908) and History of Rome by Titus Livius (0010).
Who wrote the book Cabiria is based on?
Salammbô was written by Gustave Flaubert and Emilio Salgari and Titus Livius and first published in 1862.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Salammbô before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Gustave Flaubert's books
- Ryan's Daughter (film, 1970)
- Madame Bovary (film, 1991)
- Madame Bovary (film, 1949)
- Madame Bovary (film, 2014)
- Maya Memsaab (film, 1993)
- Madame Bovary (film, 1934)