The Civil Wars

Name: The Civil Wars
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780140445091
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By Appian

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The Civil Wars by Appian provides a detailed historical account of the series of internal conflicts that plagued the late Roman Republic. Appian offers insights into the political and social chaos, highlighting significant figures and events that led to the rise of the Roman Empire. Through a narrative enriched with personal anecdotes and political intrigue, the book explores themes of power, ambition, and the relentless struggle for control.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in ancient history, particularly the turbulent period of Roman internal conflicts. With its detailed accounts written by a contemporary historian, the narrative offers a vivid exploration of political power struggles and societal upheaval that shaped the course of Western civilisation.

The Civil Wars

Covering the period from the rise of Tiberius Gracchus in 133 BC to the eve of the Battle of Actium, this book offers a narrative of this crucial phase of Roman history, making the conflict "within" the Roman state to the exclusion of other material and tracing the economic and social factors.

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John Carter's modern translation conveys the compelling style of the original. His extensive introduction provides an in-depth assessment of Appian as a historian and places the work in context.

Taken from Appian's Roman History, the five books collected here form the sole surviving continuous historical narrative of the era between 133-35 BC — a time of anarchy and instability for the Roman Empire. A masterly account of a turbulent epoch, they describe the Catiline conspiracy; the rise and fall of the First Triumvirate; the murder of Julius Caesar; the formation of the Second Triumvirate by Antonius, Octavian, and Lepidus; and brutal civil war.

A compelling depiction of the decline of the Roman state into brutality and violence, The Civil Wars portrays political discontent, selfishness, and the struggle for power — a struggle that was to culminate in a titanic battle for mastery over the Roman Empire, and the defeat of Antony and Cleopatra by Octavian in 31 BC.

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The Civil Wars by Appian has received praise for its vivid and detailed account of the tumultuous period in Roman history. Reviewers appreciate its historical significance and the author’s narrative style, which provides unique insights into the complex political and military struggles of the era. Some have highlighted the clarity and depth of Appian's recounting, making it a valuable resource for those interested in Roman history.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140445091

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 June 1996

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Translated by John Carter

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 333g

Pages: 480

Collections

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

About the Author

John Carter is a historian living in the US.