Dr. Goldsmith's Roman History (1790)

By Oliver Goldsmith

Book Overview

Dr. Goldsmith's Roman History (1790) is a historical book written by the famous Irish author and playwright, Oliver Goldsmith. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Rome, from its legendary founding by Romulus and Remus to the fall of the Roman Empire. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a specific period in Roman history. The author uses a narrative style to make the history more engaging and accessible to readers. The book covers various topics such as the Roman Republic, the Punic Wars, the rise of Julius Caesar, the Roman Empire, the reign of Augustus, and the decline and fall of Rome.Dr. Goldsmith's Roman History also includes descriptions of important historical figures such as Julius Caesar, Augustus, Mark Antony, and Cleopatra. The book also highlights the significant events that shaped Roman history, including the rise of Christianity, the construction of the Colosseum, and the invasion of the barbarian tribes.Overall, Dr. Goldsmith's Roman History is an informative and engaging book that provides a detailed account of the history of Rome. The book is suitable for both scholars and general readers who are interested in learning about the history of one of the most influential empires in human history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166046559
• ISBN13: 9781166046552
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"