Macrinus And Diadumenianus (1920)

By Henry Jewell Bassett

Book Overview

Macrinus and Diadumenianus is a historical book written by Henry Jewell Bassett in 1920. The book is about the reign of Macrinus, who was a Roman emperor from 217 to 218 AD, and his son Diadumenianus, who was briefly co-emperor with his father. The book provides a detailed account of their lives, their reign, and the events that led to their downfall. It covers topics such as the military campaigns of Macrinus, the political intrigue of the time, and the role of the Praetorian Guard in the overthrow of the emperor. The book also explores the cultural and social aspects of the Roman Empire during this period, including the role of religion and the lives of ordinary citizens. Overall, Macrinus and Diadumenianus is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Roman history and the politics of the ancient world.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: 1120321646
• ISBN13: 9781120321640
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"