Dio's Rome, Volume 4 An Historical Narrative By: Cassius Dio Cocceianus
In Dio's Rome, Volume 4, Cassius Dio Cocceianus provides a comprehensive and detailed historical account of Rome during the reign of Augustus. He covers a wide range of topics, from politics and warfare to social customs and cultural developments. Dio's writing is clear and engaging, making the complex events of this period accessible to readers. One of the strengths of this book is Dio's ability to paint a vivid picture of life in ancient Rome. He describes the city's bustling streets, grand buildings, and vibrant markets in great detail, bringing the reader into the world of Augustan Rome. Dio also provides insight into the political intrigues and power struggles that characterized this period, giving readers a glimpse into the inner workings of the Roman government. Overall, Dio's Rome, Volume 4 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman history. It is well-researched, well-written, and provides a fascinating look at one of the most pivotal periods in Roman history. Whether you are a scholar, student, or general reader, this book is sure to entertain and educate. First Page: DIO'S ROME AN HISTORICAL NARRATIVE ORIGINALLY COMPOSED IN GREEK DURING THE REIGNS OF SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS, GETA AND CARACALLA, MACRINUS, ELAGABALUS AND ALEXANDER SEVERUS: AND NOW PRESENTED IN ENGLISH FORM BY HERBERT BALDWIN FOSTER, A.B. (Harvard), Ph. D. (Johns Hopkins), Acting Professor of Greek in Lehigh University FOURTH VOLUME Extant Books 52 60 (B.C. 29 A.D. 54). 1905 PAFRAETS BOOK COMPANY TROY NEW YOKK VOLUME CONTENTS Book Fifty two Book Fifty three Book Fifty four Book Fifty five Book Fifty six Book Fifty seven Book Fifty eight Book Fifty nine Book Sixty DIO'S ROMAN HISTORY 52 VOL. 4 1 The following is contained in the Fifty second of Dio's Rome: How Cæsar formed a plan to lay aside his sovereignty (chapters 1 40). How he began to be called emperor (chapters 41 43). Duration of time, the remainder of the consulship of Cæsar (5th) and Sextus Apuleius. (B.C. 29 = a. u. 725.) (BOOK 52, BOISSEVAIN) [ 1 ] My record has so far stated what the Romans both did and endured for seven hundred and twenty five years under the monarchy, as a democracy, and beneath the rule of a few. After this they reverted to nothing more nor less than a state of monarchy again, although Cæsar had a plan to lay down his arms and entrust affairs to the senate and the populace... Continue reading book >>

Dio's Rome, Volume 4 An Historical Narrative By: Cassius Dio Cocceianus

In Dio's Rome, Volume 4, Cassius Dio Cocceianus provides a comprehensive and detailed historical account of Rome during the reign of Augustus. He covers a wide range of topics, from politics and warfare to social customs and cultural developments. Dio's writing is clear and engaging, making the complex events of this period accessible to readers.

One of the strengths of this book is Dio's ability to paint a vivid picture of life in ancient Rome. He describes the city's bustling streets, grand buildings, and vibrant markets in great detail, bringing the reader into the world of Augustan Rome. Dio also provides insight into the political intrigues and power struggles that characterized this period, giving readers a glimpse into the inner workings of the Roman government.

Overall, Dio's Rome, Volume 4 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman history. It is well-researched, well-written, and provides a fascinating look at one of the most pivotal periods in Roman history. Whether you are a scholar, student, or general reader, this book is sure to entertain and educate.

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DIO'S ROME

HISTORICAL NARRATIVE ORIGINALLY COMPOSED IN GREEK

DURING THE REIGNS OF SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS, GETA

AND CARACALLA, MACRINUS, ELAGABALUS

AND ALEXANDER SEVERUS:

AND

NOW PRESENTED IN ENGLISH FORM

HERBERT BALDWIN FOSTER, A.B. (Harvard), Ph. D. (Johns Hopkins), Acting Professor of Greek in Lehigh University

FOURTH VOLUME

Extant Books 52 60 (B.C. 29 A.D. 54).

1905

PAFRAETS BOOK COMPANY TROY NEW YOKK

VOLUME CONTENTS

Book Fifty two Book Fifty three Book Fifty four Book Fifty five Book Fifty six Book Fifty seven Book Fifty eight Book Fifty nine Book Sixty

DIO'S ROMAN HISTORY

VOL. 4 1

The following is contained in the Fifty second of Dio's Rome:

How Cæsar formed a plan to lay aside his sovereignty (chapters 1 40).

How he began to be called emperor (chapters 41 43).

Duration of time, the remainder of the consulship of Cæsar (5th) and Sextus Apuleius. (B.C. 29 = a. u. 725.)

(BOOK 52, BOISSEVAIN)

[ 1 ] My record has so far stated what the Romans both did and endured for seven hundred and twenty five years under the monarchy, as a democracy, and beneath the rule of a few. After this they reverted to nothing more nor less than a state of monarchy again, although Cæsar had a plan to lay down his arms and entrust affairs to the senate and the populace... Continue reading book >>

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