approximately 19 B.C. approximately 30 A.D Velleius Paterculus (Books)

approximately 19 B.C. approximately 30 A.D Velleius Paterculus Books

Marcus Velleius Paterculus was a Roman soldier and commander who served under the early emperors Augustus and Tiberius. He is primarily known as the author of a brief 'Compendium of Roman History,' which traces the narrative from Rome's legendary origins to the death of the first empress, Livia. While his work serves as a useful historical resource, it reveals a distinct bias towards the imperial family and occasional shortcomings in its research. Paterculus's literary style and perspective offer a fascinating glimpse into the viewpoint of the Roman elite.

The Roman history : from Romulus and the foundation of Rome to the reign of the Emperor Tiberius

224 pages
8 hours of reading

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This essential document for the study of Roman history traces the story of Rome from Romulus and the foundations of Rome to the reign of the Emperor Tiberius. It is especially valuable to historians and students for its vivid eyewitness account of the dramatic years that saw the Roman Empire emerge from the chaos left by the shattered Republic. Rendered with the non-specialist in mind, the translation--the first English language translation in nearly ninety years--seeks to remain faithful to the original while avoiding technical and obscure jargon. The volume includes a substantial introduction to Velleius' life and times, and to the literary context of his historical work, as well as generous and detailed notes on the text, a bibliography, map, glossary of unfamiliar terms, and an index.