Edinburgh University Press
Augustan Rome 44 BC to AD 14
About this book
Augustus: How the Roman Empire came aboutThe reign of Augustus, the first of the Roman emperors, has been seen, both by contemporaries and over the centuries that have followed, as a pivotal moment in the history of Rome. The final stage in the move to monarchical government and the structures he put in place, which were to last largely unchanged for over two hundred years, ensured this; but Augustus himself remains an enigmatic figure. J. S. Richardson explores the processes which resulted in such a massive shift, and the often unforeseen events which led to the establishment of an empire and a dynasty.Key features:* a pivotal volume in the series* traces the changing shape of the entity that was ancient Rome through its political, cultural and economic history* demonstrates how the effectiveness and dominance of Rome as the centre of work power became increasingly obviousKeywords:Augustus; Roman Empire.
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Frontmatter
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Contents
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Illustrations
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Series editor’s preface
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Author’s preface
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Abbreviations
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Map: The Roman Empire, AD 14
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1. Setting the scene
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2. The assassination of Julius Caesar and its aftermath, 44–41 BC
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3. The life and death of the triumvirate: from Philippi to Actium
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4. Princeps, 29–12 BC
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5. Emperor and empire, 12 BC–AD 14
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6. The achievements of the divine Augustus
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Chronology
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Guide to ancient authors
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Guide to further reading
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Index
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