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The Early History of Rome

By Livy
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The Early History of Rome by Livy offers a detailed narrative on the founding and growth of the Roman state, exploring the events and figures that shaped its early years. Starting with the legendary arrival of Aeneas in Italy, it covers the rise of the Roman monarchy, the establishment of the republic, and the struggles for political power. Livy provides vibrant accounts of Rome's customs, wars, and the virtues of its heroes, capturing the spirit of early Roman society.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the origins of Rome and the blend of myth and fact that surrounds its legendary early figures and events. Livy's engaging narrative style brings to life the foundational stories and characters, offering insights into Roman culture, values, and history for those who appreciate deeply rooted historical tales.

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The Early History of Rome

The first five books of Livy's history of Rome record the city's foundations through the Republic to Rome's recovery after the Gallic invasion of the 4th century BC.

In Livy's epic history of Rome he unashamedly praised his country's virtues and urged against its excesses, in order to keep it great. He dedicated most of his life to writing some 142 volumes of history, the first five of which compriseThe Early History of Rome.

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Livy (c. 59 BC – AD 17) dedicated most of his life to writing some 142 volumes of history, the first five of which comprise The Early History of Rome. With stylistic brilliance, he chronicles nearly 400 years of history, from the founding of Rome (traditionally dated to 757 BC) to the Gallic invasion in 386 BC—an era which witnessed the reign of seven kings, the establishment of the Republic, civil strife, and brutal conflict.

Bringing compelling characters to life and re-presenting familiar tales, including the tragedy of Coriolanus and the story of Romulus and Remus, The Early History of Rome is a truly epic work, and a passionate warning that Rome should learn from its history.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140448092

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 March 2002

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Introduction by R M Ogilvie
  • Preface by Stephen Oakley
  • Translated by Aubrey De Selincourt

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 496

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Ancient & Classical History European History History & Military Livy Non-Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics

About the Author

Titus Livius (59BC-AD17) began working on his History of Rome at the age of 30 and continued for over 40 years until his death. The history ran to 142 books, of which 35 survive. Aubrey de Selincourt (1896-1962) translated Livy, Heroditus, and Arrian for Penguin Classics. Robert Ogilvie (1932-1981) taught classics and published widely on Roman writers, religion, and history.

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