Rubicon - The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic
In 49 B.C., the seven hundred fifth year since the founding of Rome, Julius Caesar crossed a small border river called the Rubicon and plunged Rome into cataclysmic civil war. Tom Holland' s enthralling account tells the story of Caesar' s generation, witness to the twilight of the Republic and its bloody transformation into an empire. From Cicero, Spartacus, and Brutus, to Cleopatra, Virgil, and Augustus, here are some of the most legendary figures in history brought thrillingly to life.
Blood in the Forum: The Struggle for the Roman Republic
In Blood in the Forum, Pamela Marin offers a fresh and illuminating perspective on the complexities of the late Republic and the rise of Octavian. The book deals with how Roman politics, the desire for personal glory, and the inadequacies of the Republican system ultimately led to Caesar’s dictatorship.
History of Greek and Roman Warfare, Volume 2: Rome from the Late Republic to the Late Empire
Second volume of a systematic account of the various themes underlying the warfare of the Roman world from the Late Republic to the sixth-century empire of Justinian and his successors. It reflects recent developments resulting from new evidence and fresh analyses emphasising social, economic, political and economic approaches.
Rise of Rome: Field of Glory Republican Rome Army List
Rise of Rome is the first companion list released to complement Field of Glory. This visually stunning package contains comprehensive army listings with detailed historical overviews of each army, supporting maps and Osprey artwork bringing the history of the Roman Republic to life and extending the gaming possibilities for Field of Glory players. Covering the soldiers of the Republic as well as their many enemies, this title puts you in the midst of Rome's titanic struggle for empire.
The armour and weapons of Rome's legionaries and auxiliaries have been the subject of intense research and speculation, and much has been published - but almost nothing on the actual clothing of Imperial soldiers. In this first part of a rigorous study of the literary, sculptural, pictorial and archaeological evidence, a specialist author/artist examines the clues which enable us to attempt reconstructions of tunics, cloaks, footwear and other items worn by officers and men all over the empire, from the late Republic to c.200 AD. His text is illustrated with meticulous drawings of surviving relief sculptures - particularly soldiers' gravestones - and eight striking colour plates.
