This series delves into the captivating realms of ancient Greece and Rome, exploring their rich mythology, history, and philosophy. Each installment uncovers pivotal aspects of these foundational civilizations, offering readers profound insights into their culture and enduring legacy. It's an engaging journey for anyone interested in the bedrock of Western thought and its lasting impact. The narratives breathe life into bygone eras and their relevance today.
Eric Adler explores the degree to which ancient historians of Rome were capable of valorizing foreigners and presenting criticisms of their own society. By examining speeches put into the mouths of barbarian leaders by a variety of writers, he investigates how critical of the empire these historians could be.
This pathfinding study looks at how homicide was treated in Roman law from the Roman monarchy through the dictatorship of Sulla (ca. 753-79 BC) to show how criminal law can reveal important aspects of the nature and evolution of political power.