Rome and Italy: Books VI-X of the History of Rome from Its Foundation Brando Skyhorse In a tapestry of episodes

In a tapestry of episodes and family portraits which comprise this literary memoir

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ISBN13: 9781537559957

ISBN10: 1733304142

Rome and Italy: Books VI-X of the History of Rome from Its Foundation Brando Skyhorse In a tapestry of episodesBooks VI X of Livy's monumental work trace Rome's fortunes from its near collapse after defeat by the Gauls in 386 BC to its emergence, in a matter of decades, as the premier power in Italy, having conquered the city state of Samnium in 293 BC. In this fascinating history, events are described not simply in terms of partisan politics, but through colourful portraits that bring the strengths, weaknesses and motives of leading figures such as the noble