Flower, Harriet I.
Roman Republics
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691152585
- author:
- Flower, Harriet I.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 14 x 1.5 x 21.6 cm
- Genre:
- History, Ancient History & Civilisation, Rome, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Roman Republics challenges traditional views of Roman history, arguing that there were multiple republics with distinct strengths and weaknesses. Harriet Flower presents a new interpretation of republican chronology, showing that change was more pronounced than previously assumed. Flower's work provides a reevaluation of the Roman period, offering a nuanced survey of Roman political life from archaic times to the end of the republican era. By examining this pivotal moment in western history, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of ancient Rome. In clear and elegant prose, Flower presents a fresh perspective on one of the most significant periods in history.