Agrippa I: A Comprehensive Archaeological Study of the Last King of Roman Judaea and a True Crime Inquiry (Echoes of Ancient Rome: Politics, Medicine, and War) - Softcover

Legge, Elizabeth

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798227751836

Publisher: Elizabeth Legge, 2025

Synopsis

Agrippa I: A Comprehensive Archaeological Study of the Last King of Roman Judaea and a True Crime Inquiry

Delve into the fascinating world of Agrippa I, the last king of Roman Judaea, through this meticulously researched and riveting exploration. Written by a classical archaeologist and doctor of medicine candidate with prior degrees in classical studies and the biological sciences, this book offers a comprehensive archaeological study of Agrippa I's reign, revealing the historical, political, and cultural intricacies of his time.

Highlights include:

• An in-depth analysis of Agrippa I's rise to power and his complex relationships with key Roman figures, including Claudius and Caligula.
• A groundbreaking archaeological investigation into the true crime events that shaped Agrippa I's life, with new interpretations of ancient sources including Josephus. uncovering secrets and mysteries long buried in history.
• Visual insights through architectural remains, coinage, and other artifacts compared against the ancient historical record, with research involving a perusal of over 200 ancient and scholarly sources.

First published as a Classical Archaeology Master's thesis by the University of Pisa, this work achieved full grades and now provides an in-depth understanding of one of history's most intriguing figures. Perfect for scholars, history enthusiasts, and true crime aficionados alike, this book promises to illuminate the past with fresh perspective and scholarly rigour.

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About the Author

Elizabeth Legge is a Doctor of Medicine candidate at a European university. She achieved her Master's degree in Classical Archaeology at the University of Pisa, Italy and will be pursuing a PhD in the field. She was awarded her Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies and Bachelor of Sciences in Integrated Sciences at the University of British Columbia, Canada. She has travelled extensively to all continents since childhood and lived in many countries. She is Australian, Canadian and half English.

Edition details

• Publisher: Elizabeth Legge
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798227751836
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 740