A full account of the reign of Augustus Caesar, the first emperor of Rome
After decades of savage civil war, Augustus Caesar (27 BCAD 14) brought peace and prosperity to his city. This selection from Cassius Dio’s Roman History gives an in-depth of that long struggle and ultimate triumphdetailing the brutal battles and political feuds that led to the collapse of Rome’s 400-year-old republic, and Augustus’ subsequent reign as emperor. Included are accounts of military campaigns from Ethiopia to Yugoslavia, and of long conflict with Antony and Cleopatra. With skill and artistry, Dio brings to life many speeches from the eraamong them Augustus’ damning indictment of Antony’s passion for the Egyptian queenand provides a fascinating account of the debate between the great general Agrippa and Maecenas on the virtues of republicanism and monarchy.
Ian Scott-Kilvert’s translation captures the profound and eloquent style of the original, while John Carter’s introduction outlines Dio’s own political view of the emperor as an essential rule for the Roman world. This edition also contains extensive footnotes, maps and a detailed index.
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