Augustus

Name: Augustus
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SKU: 9780140294828
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The Biography

By Jochen Bleicken

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Augustus by Jochen Bleicken provides a detailed exploration of the life of Rome's first Emperor, Augustus, delving into his complex political manoeuvres and the transformation of Rome from a republic to an empire. The biography showcases Augustus's strategic acumen, his establishment of a new political order, and his impact on Roman society. This account combines historical analysis with vivid portrayals of key figures and events, painting a comprehensive picture of a transformative era in history.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by the complexities of Roman history and the life of Rome's first emperor. Jochen Bleicken expertly delves into the political genius and personal challenges of Augustus, providing a rich narrative that blends historical analysis with engaging storytelling.

Augustus

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The great modern biography of Augustus, founder of the Roman Empire.

Octavian was a young soldier training abroad when he heard news of Julius Caesar's brutal assassination—and discovered that he was the dictator's sole political heir. With the opportunism and instinct for propaganda that were to characterise his rule, Octavian rallied huge financial, military, and political backing to take autocratic control of a state devoted to Republicanism. He became Augustus, Rome's first Emperor and founder of the greatest empire the world had ever seen.

In this monumental biography, translated into English by Anthea Bell, Jochen Bleicken tells the story of the man who found himself a demi-god in his own lifetime.

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Augustus by Jochen Bleicken is praised as an unparalleled and comprehensive biography, offering a sweeping view of pivotal Roman political dynamics. It is especially noted for its excellent depiction of the young Octavian's political manoeuvres and is deemed essential reading for those interested in the Roman Empire's foundations, described as worthy and authoritative.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140294828

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 July 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Contributors:

Translated by Anthea Bell
Translated by Anthea Bell

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 35.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 530g

Pages: 784

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About the Author

Jochen Bleicken, who died in 2005, specialized in Roman history and held professorships at Hamburg, Frankfurt and G ttingen. A passionate teacher, he continued to lecture until he was seventy-three. His previous works include The Athenian Democracy and History of the Roman Republic. Anthea Bell is an award-winning translator of French and German literature. Her recent work includes translations of W.G. Sebald, Stefan Zweig and E.T.A. Hoffmann.