The Roman Revolution - Softcover

Syme, Ronald

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0192803204 ISBN 13: 9780192803207

Publisher: Oxford University Press Oxford UK, 2002

Synopsis

The Roman Revolution is a profound and unconventional treatment of a great theme - the fall of the Republic and the decline of freedom in Rome between 60 B.C. and A.D. 14, and the rise to power of the greatest of the Roman Emperors, Augustus. The transformation of state and society, the violent transference of power and property, and the establishment of Augustus' rule are presented in an unconventional narrative, which quotes from ancient evidence, refers seldomly to modern authorities, and states controversial opinions quite openly. The result is a book which is both fresh and compelling.

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Review:

This is an absolute classic which is completely informed by Tacitus. It has very mordant take on the way that power works. (Fivebooks on The Browser)

About the Author:

Sir Ronald Syme (1903-1989), one of the most distinguished Roman historians, was Camden Professor of Ancient History at Oxford University. In addition to numerous awards and honors, he collected honorary degrees in eleven countries on five continents.

About this edition

• Publisher: Oxford University Press Oxford UK
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0192803204
• ISBN 13: 9780192803207
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 592