Chronicle of the Roman Republic: The Rulers of Ancient Rome from Romulus to Augustus (Chronicles) Hardcover – 28 April 2003

I like the detail in the book

Great information on Roman rulers excellent to help teach kids

This is probably the best account that will be written of the personalities and political activities of one of the most fascinating and best documented periods of ancient times. The time scale accepted in it is that of Livy, who lived and wrote at the very end of the period. He certainly pushes the history, as against the antiquity, of Rome a good deal further back than the early days of the period merit. There is a problem in that encyclopaedias have accepted and perpetuated much that is false in time scales and personal assessments of some major figures. The personal assessments are largely those of the protagonists, in the case of Cicero and Caesar in particular. Livy endeavoured a time scale for Rome commensurate with the Olympic calendar in use in his day. He missed by a decade or two. There is much fictive material of this kind included, which has all been dogmatised by classics departments. It is for that reason the book is a must for any one with examinations to sit. Lucid, readable, attractively presented, both author and publishers have done themselves proud. A good buy but keep your questioning antennae focused.

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I am happy with this product, as Romans history lover, it is most interesting and animated description I ever read this chronicle history series books.Worth recommended quality buy

Excellent book received in lovely condition.Description matches the product

My husband is a history buff, I was running out of books to get him. He has really enjoyed reading this.

This well-written book gives a detailed summary of Roman history from the mythological accounts of its founding fathers Romulus and Remus, through to the Dynastic Period and Octavian, who was to become Emperor Augustus. There is also a wealth of illustrations - from maps of the time to busts / statues of the individuals described. The information is presented in a chronological order and although each chapter can be read separately, there is consequently a degree of overlap / repetition if the publication is read sequentially from start to finish. Nevertheless, this work will prove to be a major reference source for an introduction to Roman History for both formal study and personal interest alike.