Andrew M. Riggsby Books

A fresh interpretation of Julius Caesar's Gallic War that focuses on Caesar's construction of national identity and his self-presentation.

The book delves into the functioning of public courts during the late Roman Republic, examining the types of cases that involved community harm versus individual wrongdoing. Andrew M. Riggsby provides a detailed analysis of these public courts, revealing the political implications behind their operations and redefining the concept of "crime" in this historical context. Through this investigation, the author sheds light on the intersection of law and politics in Roman society.

In this book, Andrew Riggsby surveys the main areas of Roman law and their place in Roman life. With an emphasis on broad, basic concepts, this introductory book is an ideal starting point for students with little or no prior knowledge of legal matters or Roman antiquity.