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Rebels against Rome

400 Years of Rebellions against the Rule of Rome
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Rebels against Rome by Stephen Dando-Collins delves into the gripping tales of various historical figures and groups who defied the might of the Roman Empire. It provides vivid and dramatic accounts of their rebellions, highlighting their motivations, strategies, and the impact of their resistance. This historical narrative brings to life the struggles and legacies of those who challenged the supremacy of Rome across different periods.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a keen interest in ancient history and military strategy, particularly the fascinating and tumultuous relationship between Rome and its adversaries. It delves into the intriguing tales of heroic figures who dared to defy the might of the Roman Empire, offering insights into the motivations and tactics that shaped these legendary conflicts.

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Award-winning author Stephen Dando-Collins brings his renowned expertise toRebels Against Rome, where he showcases many of the rebellious movements against the Great Roman Empire, as well as the rebels behind these lost causes and the circumstances that fueled their brazen plights.

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Award-winning author Stephen Dando-Collins brings his renowned expertise to Rebels Against Rome, where he showcases many of the rebellious movements against the Great Roman Empire, as well as the rebels behind these lost causes and the circumstances that fuelled their brazen plights.

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The Great Roman Empire was no stranger to rebellions, but who were the rebels behind these lost causes, and what fuelled their brazen plights?

Despite their many differences, the rebels of the Roman Empire had one thing in common: all were Romans, or one-time Roman allies, who attempted to overthrow Roman rule within the bounds of the Roman Empire. Many of these rebels succeeded in humbling Rome, for a time. But in the end, Rome always prevailed, occasionally through the ineptitude of the rebels, but more often through the skills of Roman generals who rose to the occasion after others had failed.

Rome's greatest rebels took on many formsβ€”including royalty, enslaved people, foreigners serving in the Roman army, over-ambitious Roman governors, and a handful of genuine freedom fightersβ€”but all had the courage and audacity to oppose the greatest empire the world had known to that time. These are their stories...

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Rebels Against Rome by Stephen Dando-Collins presents a vivid account of notable figures who challenged Roman authority, such as Boudicca and Spartacus, alongside lesser-known rebels. Critics praise the book for its dramatic narrative, educational value, and insightful portrayal of revolts that impacted Roman history. The research depth and storytelling captivate readers, making historical figures feel alive and relevant.

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ISBN: 9781684427857

Publisher: Turner Publishing Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 March 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Turner Publishing Company

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 260

About the Author

Stephen Dando-Collins is the multi-award-winning author of forty-six books, including biographies and nonfiction works on ancient Rome, Greece, and Persia, as well as American, British, French, and Australian history including World War I and World War II. These works focus on military history, with Stephen considered an authority on the legions of imperial Rome. He has also written several successful novels and children's novels. His books are widely published in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, and they appear in translation in Spain, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, Albania, Russia, Korea, and Latin America. Stephen and wife, Louise, a fellow author, live in a former nunnery in Tasmania's Tamar Valley.

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