Emperors and Empresses: Power and Dynasty in Imperial Rome (eBook, ePUB)
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This compelling historical account delves into the complex and often turbulent world of the Roman Empire's dynastic politics, offering a deep exploration of the emperors and empresses who shaped the empire's destiny. From the rise of Augustus to the fall of the Western Empire, the book examines the strategies, power plays, and familial struggles that defined imperial rule. Through the lens of both well-known and lesser-known figures, the narrative uncovers how dynastic ambitions influenced the course of Roman history.At the heart of this book is the relationship between power and family, as it...
This compelling historical account delves into the complex and often turbulent world of the Roman Empire's dynastic politics, offering a deep exploration of the emperors and empresses who shaped the empire's destiny. From the rise of Augustus to the fall of the Western Empire, the book examines the strategies, power plays, and familial struggles that defined imperial rule. Through the lens of both well-known and lesser-known figures, the narrative uncovers how dynastic ambitions influenced the course of Roman history.
At the heart of this book is the relationship between power and family, as it traces the ascent of the imperial family, from the Julio-Claudians to the Severans and beyond, highlighting the roles of powerful empresses and the often contentious struggles for succession. From the military-backed reign of emperors like Tiberius and Maximinus Thrax to the reigns of powerful women such as Theodora and Agrippina the Younger, the book explores how both men and women navigated the intricacies of Roman political life, leaving an indelible legacy on the empire.
Through meticulous historical research, Emperors and Empresses brings to life the intrigues, betrayals, alliances, and conquests that defined Rome's imperial rule, examining how the empire's dynastic systems both ensured its continuity and contributed to its eventual downfall. This book is an essential exploration of power, family, and politics in one of history's most influential civilizations.
At the heart of this book is the relationship between power and family, as it traces the ascent of the imperial family, from the Julio-Claudians to the Severans and beyond, highlighting the roles of powerful empresses and the often contentious struggles for succession. From the military-backed reign of emperors like Tiberius and Maximinus Thrax to the reigns of powerful women such as Theodora and Agrippina the Younger, the book explores how both men and women navigated the intricacies of Roman political life, leaving an indelible legacy on the empire.
Through meticulous historical research, Emperors and Empresses brings to life the intrigues, betrayals, alliances, and conquests that defined Rome's imperial rule, examining how the empire's dynastic systems both ensured its continuity and contributed to its eventual downfall. This book is an essential exploration of power, family, and politics in one of history's most influential civilizations.
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