Lives of the Caesars is a collection of biographical essays about Rome's mostfascinating and influential emperors, from Augustus to Justinian. Written by authoritative experts in an accessible and lively style, this book examines 12individuals who each placed their own distinctive stamp on one of the most significant periods. Each chapter presents a biographical look at the familiar personalities, idiosyncrasies and problems associated with the reign of these powerful men. Replete with illustrations, a timeline of Roman history, and a chart of the Julio-Claudian, Flavian and Severan dynasties, Lives of the Caesarsis an engaging introduction to Roman imperial history.
- ISBN: 978-1-4051-2755-4
- Editorial: Blackwell
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 322
- Fecha Publicación: 01/05/2008
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés