02-15-2009, 11:02 PM
Yes another new book on ancient Rome, this one about the fall of the Republic. Let's see now, how many does that make...?
Even so, it may offer new insights although that would be a tall order given all the pages already written about this period in history. (With the exception perhaps of World War Two, does any other period in history have as many books devoted to it than that from the birth of Julius Caesar to the rise of Augustus?)
Blood In The Forum: The Struggle for the Roman Republic (Hardcover)
by Pamela Marin (Author)
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Hardcover: 256 pages
Publisher: Continuum (March 5, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1847251676
ISBN-13: 978-1847251671
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Editorial Reviews
In Blood in the Forum, Pamela Marin offers a fresh and illuminating perspective on the complexities of the late Republic and the rise of Octavian. The book deals with how Roman politics, the desire for personal glory, and the inadequacies of the Republican system ultimately led to Caesar's dictatorship.
Marin assigns a crucial role to Cato the Younger in the political narrative, which differs from conventional views, but allows for a clearer understanding of the allegiances of the civil war and the assassination of Caesar on the Ides of March 44 BCE. Drawing from the most recent scholarship, this engaging narrative pulls the reader into the ancient Roman world, presenting the tragedy of the Roman Republic in its true light.
About the Author
Dr Pamela Marin lectures in the School of Classics at University College, Dublin.
When will I find the tim to read all of these books? :?
:wink:
Narukami
Even so, it may offer new insights although that would be a tall order given all the pages already written about this period in history. (With the exception perhaps of World War Two, does any other period in history have as many books devoted to it than that from the birth of Julius Caesar to the rise of Augustus?)
Blood In The Forum: The Struggle for the Roman Republic (Hardcover)
by Pamela Marin (Author)
List Price: $29.95
Price: $19.77 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
You Save: $10.18 (34%)
Pre-order Price Guarantee. Learn more.
Hardcover: 256 pages
Publisher: Continuum (March 5, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1847251676
ISBN-13: 978-1847251671
This title has not yet been released.
Editorial Reviews
In Blood in the Forum, Pamela Marin offers a fresh and illuminating perspective on the complexities of the late Republic and the rise of Octavian. The book deals with how Roman politics, the desire for personal glory, and the inadequacies of the Republican system ultimately led to Caesar's dictatorship.
Marin assigns a crucial role to Cato the Younger in the political narrative, which differs from conventional views, but allows for a clearer understanding of the allegiances of the civil war and the assassination of Caesar on the Ides of March 44 BCE. Drawing from the most recent scholarship, this engaging narrative pulls the reader into the ancient Roman world, presenting the tragedy of the Roman Republic in its true light.
About the Author
Dr Pamela Marin lectures in the School of Classics at University College, Dublin.
When will I find the tim to read all of these books? :?
:wink:
Narukami