"Quo Vadis" is a historical novel written by Polish author Henryk Sienkiewicz in 1896. Set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero, the story follows a young Christian named Marcus Vinicius who falls in love with a Christian woman named Lygia. The novel explores themes of love, faith, and the struggle between paganism and Christianity. The title "Quo Vadis" translates to "Where are you going?" and reflects the moral dilemmas faced by the characters. The book highlights the persecution of Christians in Rome and the conflict between the emerging Christian faith and the established Roman traditions. It has been adapted into several films and remains a significant work in literature.