Julius Caesar: Pocket Giants

By T.P. Wiseman

Book Overview

Discover the life and legacy of Julius Caesar, the military genius who shaped the Roman Empire.

Why is Julius Caesar a pocket GIANT? Because he effectively created the Roman Empire, and thus made possible the European civilization that grew out of it. As the People's champion against a corrupt and murderous oligarchy, he began the transformation of the Roman republic into a quasi-monarchy and a military and fiscal system that for four centuries provided western Europe, north Africa and the Middle East with security, prosperity and relative peace.

His conquest of Gaul and his successors' conquests of Germany, the Balkans and Britain created both the conditions for 'western culture' and many of the historic cities in which it has flourished. This concise biography by T.P. Wiseman explores Caesar's impact on history and his enduring legacy. Perfect for readers interested in ancient history, political science, and military leadership.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0750961317
• ISBN13: 9780750961318
• Release Date: November 2016
• Publisher: History Press
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.0" x 7.7"