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Rome and Italy by Titus Livy

Rome and Italy

Books VI-X of The History of Rome from Its Foundation

By Titus Livy
Introduction by Robert M. Ogilvie
Translated by Betty Radice
Notes by Betty Radice

By Titus Livy
Introduction by Robert M. Ogilvie
Translated by Betty Radice
Notes by Betty Radice

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Aug 26, 1982 | ISBN 9780140443882

Rome and Italy by Titus Livy
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About Rome and Italy

Books VI-X of Livy’s monumental work trace Rome’s fortunes from its near collapse after defeat by the Gauls in 386 BC to its emergence, in a matter of decades, as the premier power in Italy, having conquered the city-state of Samnium in 293 BC. In this fascinating history, events are described not simply in terms of partisan politics, but through colourful portraits that bring the strengths, weaknesses and motives of leading figures such as the noble statesman Camillus and the corrupt Manlius vividly to life. While Rome’s greatest chronicler intended his history to be a memorial to former glory, he also had more didactic aims—hoping that readers of his account could learn from the past ills and virtues of the city.

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Category: Ancient World History | Nonfiction Classics | European World History

Paperback | $18.00
Published by Penguin Classics
Aug 26, 1982 | 384 Pages | ISBN 9780140443882

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Table Of Contents

Rome and Italy – Livy Translated and Annotated by Betty Radice with an Introduction by R. M. Ogilvie

Translator’s Preface
Introduction
Select Bibliography
Book VI
Book VII
Book VIII
Book IX
Book X
Maps:
1. Rome
2. Central Italy
3. Western Central Italy
4. The Valley of the Caudine Forks
Index

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