The Romans in the Age of Augustus (The Peoples of Europe)

Incorporating the most recent scholarship, this book offers a fascinating history of Rome and the Roman peoples during the rule of the first Roman emperor, Augustus.
Written in an easily accessible style, making it the ideal introduction to Augustan Rome for those with little previous knowledge
Offers compelling insight into the workings of Roman society during this pivotal period in its history
Incorporates the most recent scholarship on aspects of Augustus’s reign including the armed forces, religion, and intellectual and cultural life
Andrew Lintott is a widely respected expert on the Roman Republic

Providing a snapshot of the ancient Romans as they were at the height of their success, The Romans in the Age of Augustus is a fascinating history of Rome and the Roman peoples during the pivotal transition from Republic to Empire. The rule of the first Roman emperor, Augustus (63 BC-AD14), was characterized by military expansionism, social and religious reform, and achievements in literature and the arts that marked the high-point of Roman classicism.
Providing a broad historical context for the period, Andrew Lintott begins with a description of the process through which a collection of villages developed into Rome, the dominant city of the Mediterranean. He goes on to explain how the structure and institutions of Roman society developed during the reign of Augustus, describing its economic base and its workings, and demonstrates how the shift from Republic to Empire affected the public and private lives of individuals.

Written in a highly accessible style, and incorporating the most recent scholarship, this book offers fascinating insights into Augustus’s Rome, and serves as an ideal introduction to the subject for students with no prior knowledge.

Paperback: 216 pages
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell (March 1, 2010)
Language: English