The Decline of the Roman Republic

By George Long

Book Overview

""The Decline of the Roman Republic V3"" is a historical book written by George Long and published in 1864. The book is a detailed account of the decline of the Roman Republic, covering the period from the end of the Second Punic War in 201 BC to the establishment of the Roman Empire under Augustus in 27 BC. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the political, social, and economic factors that led to the downfall of the Roman Republic. Long examines the political corruption and power struggles that plagued the Roman Senate, the rise of ambitious military leaders, and the growing divide between the wealthy elite and the common people. Long also explores the impact of external factors such as the influx of wealth from conquered territories and the growing influence of foreign cultures on Roman society. He highlights the role of key figures such as Julius Caesar, Pompey, and Cicero in shaping the events of the period and contributing to the decline of the Republic. Overall, ""The Decline of the Roman Republic V3"" is a comprehensive and insightful study of one of the most significant periods in Roman history. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the political, social, and economic factors that contributed to the fall of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire.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: 116543721X
• ISBN13: 9781165437214
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 510 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"