Characters and events of Roman History by Guglielmo Ferrero

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Author Ferrero, Guglielmo, 1871-1942
Translator Ferrero, Frances Lance, 1865-1956
Title Characters and events of Roman History
Credits Produced by Ted Garvin, S.R.Ellison and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Characters and Events of Roman History" by Guglielmo Ferrero is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book presents a series of lectures that delve into the pivotal moments in Roman history, focusing particularly on the transition from the era of Julius Caesar to that of Nero, while examining how themes such as corruption, conquest, and governance influenced Roman society. The opening of the work serves as a prefatory overview of Ferrero's lecture series, explaining the historical context of his analyses and the methodological approach he used. He discusses the core concept of "corruption" in Roman customs, as highlighted by ancient writers, and reflects on its parallel with modern society. The lectures that follow promise to explore various interconnected narratives, including the story of Antony and Cleopatra, the development of Gaul, and the role of wine in Roman history, all through the lens of psychological and sociological insights rather than purely economic analyses. This multifaceted approach positions the text as a thoughtful exploration of how Rome's complexities shaped both its past and its enduring influence on contemporary civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Subject Rome -- History -- Julio-Claudians, 30 B.C.-68 A.D.
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EBook-No. 13208
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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