Parenti, Michael
Assassination of Julius Caesar: A People's History of Ancient Rome
- ISBN 13:
- 9781565849426
- author:
- Parenti, Michael
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The New Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 276
- Dimensions:
- 135 mm X 220 mm
- Genre:
- European history: BCE to c 500 CE
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Assassination of Julius Caesar A People's History of Ancient Rome by Michael Parenti A fresh perspective on the Roman Empire, The Assassination of Julius Caesar presents a story of popular resistance against entrenched power and wealth. The murder of Julius Caesar is just the beginning, as Parenti delves into the wider social context of ancient Rome, revealing the democratic struggle of Roman commoners, the role of religious augury, and the patriarchal oppression of women. This book offers a new understanding of the Late Republic of Rome, one that challenges the traditional view of the era's history. By examining the evidence and the background to the crime, Parenti sheds light on the complex web of power and social control that shaped ancient Roman society. Through its pages, The Assassination of Julius Caesar provides a nuanced and thought-provoking exploration of a pivotal moment in history, one that continues to resonate with relevance today.
Related Products
Related Products
SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome
Professor Mary Beard
Julius Caesar
Shakespeare, William
Julius Caesar
William Shakespeare
Julius Caesar
William Shakespeare , Martin Wiggins (Editor, Introduction)
S.P.Q.R: A History of Ancient Rome
Mary Beard