The History Of Carausius (1858)

By J. Watts (John Watts) De Peyster and John Watts De Peyster

Book Overview

""The History of Carausius"" is a historical book written by John Watts De Peyster and was first published in 1858. The book is a detailed account of the life and reign of the Roman Emperor Carausius, who ruled over Britain and parts of Gaul from 286 to 293 AD. De Peyster provides a comprehensive overview of Carausius' life, including his early years as a naval commander, his rise to power, his military campaigns, and his eventual downfall. The author also delves into the political and social climate of the time, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the world in which Carausius lived and ruled.The book is well-researched and draws on a variety of primary sources, including ancient Roman texts, inscriptions, and coins. De Peyster's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for both scholars and general readers.Overall, ""The History of Carausius"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman history, military history, or the life of Carausius himself. It provides a fascinating glimpse into a little-known period of Roman history and sheds light on the complex political and social dynamics of the time.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: 1104914328
• ISBN13: 9781104914325
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"