Augustus Caesar

by David Shotter

Overview

Revised throughout, the second edition of this successful book takes the most recent research in the field into account and reviews the evidence in order to place Augustus firmly in the context of his own times.

History sees Augustus Caesar as the first emperor of Rome, whose system of ordered government provided a firm and stable basis for the expansion and prosperity of the Roman Empire. Hailed as 'restorer of the Republic' and regarded by some as a deity in his own lifetime, Augustus was emulated by many of his successors.

Key topics discussed include:

• the background to Augustus Caesar's spectacular rise to power
• his political and imperial reforms
• the creation of the Republica of Augustus
• the legacy Augustus Caesar left to his successors.

Including more coverage of the social and cultural aspects of this complex character's reign, together with an expanded guide to further reading, students will not miss a beat if this book is included on their course reading lists.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415319355
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	02/15/2005
Series:	Lancaster Pamphlets in Ancient History
Edition description:	REV
Pages:	138
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

David Shotter

Table of Contents

Introduction 1. The Crisis of the Roman Republic 2. The Divine Youth 3. The Powers of Augustus 4. Auctorias – and Patronage 5. The City of Marble 6. The Respublica of Augustus 7. The Empire and the Augustan Peace 8. The Succession 9. The Legacy of Augustus. Appendix I: Chief Dates in the Life and Career of Augustus Caesar Appendix II: The Sources for Augustus' Principate: With Further Reading on the Source Material. Appendix III: Glossary of Latin Terms

Editorial Reviews

'Shotter has given us a clearly written, well-organized introductory survey ... anyone interested in Augustus ... would also find much of value here. A good introduction.' - BMCR

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