136 Pages
by
Routledge
136 Pages
by
Routledge
136 Pages
by
Routledge
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Revised and updated to include the latest research in the field, this second edition of a popular history text examines how the Roman republic was destabilized by the unplanned growth of the Roman Empire. Central discussion points include:
the government of the republic
how certain individuals took advantage of the expansion of the empire
Julius Caesar's accession to power
the rise of... Read more
1. Introduction: The Republic 2. The Government of the Republic 3. The Growth of the Empire 4. Factionalism in Roman Politics: The Gracchus Brothers 5. Marius, the Army and the Italian Allies 6. Sulla and the Senate 7. The Domination of Pompey 8. The First Triumvirate and the Slide to Civil War 9. Caesar's Dictatorship 10. The Final Act: Antonius, Octavian and Lepidus 11. Epilogue
Biography
David Shotter
'This is an impressive piece of publishing worth anyone's time and money.' – History Teaching Review
'This book should serve its intended audience well, stimulating rather than blunting whatever enthusiasm it may have for the subject' – Robin Seager, The Classical Review
