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A History of Ancient Rome

par Mary Beard ...

**New York Times BestsellerA New York Times Notable BookNamed one of the Best Books of the Year by the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, Foreign Affairs, and Kirkus ReviewsFinalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award (Nonfiction)Shortlisted for the Cundill Prize in Historical LiteratureFinalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize (History)A San Francisco Chronicle Hol... ... En savoir plus

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**New York Times BestsellerA New York Times Notable BookNamed one of the Best Books of the Year by the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, Foreign Affairs, and Kirkus ReviewsFinalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award (Nonfiction)Shortlisted for the Cundill Prize in Historical LiteratureFinalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize (History)A San Francisco Chronicle Hol...
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Agricola: Invader

a must-read new series full of action and adventure set in the thrilling world of the Roman Empire

par Simon Turney ...

Collections Livre 1 - Agricola
SIMON TURNEY'S THRILLING NEW ROMAN ADVENTURE NOVEL AGRICOLA: CONQUEROR AVAILABLE NOW!The story of Agricola, one of Ancient Rome's most epic figures. A thrilling new historical adventure series by Simon Turney, critically acclaimed author of Legion XXII and Sons of Rome.58 AD, Rome. Agricola, teenage son of an impoverished yet distinguished noble family, has staked all his resource... ... En savoir plus

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SIMON TURNEY'S THRILLING NEW ROMAN ADVENTURE NOVEL AGRICOLA: CONQUEROR AVAILABLE NOW!The story of Agricola, one of Ancient Rome's most epic figures. A thrilling new historical adventure series by Simon Turney, critically acclaimed author of Legion XXII and Sons of Rome.58 AD, Rome. Agricola, teenage son of an impoverished yet distinguished noble family, has staked all his resource...
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Terra Incognita

a thrilling Roman era historical adventure. Can Nero's legions discover the source of the mighty River Nile?

par Simon Turney ...

SIMON TURNEY'S THRILLING NEW ROMAN EMPIRE NOVEL AGRICOLA: COMMANDER AVAILABLE NOW!An empire on the edge. A scheme for glory.A plan to control the greatest river in the world.61 AD. Emperor Nero schemes avidly to increase his wealth and slaughter his many enemies, but also seeks glory. He looks south from Rome to Africa.The great River Nile gives life to the Egyptians... ... En savoir plus

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SIMON TURNEY'S THRILLING NEW ROMAN EMPIRE NOVEL AGRICOLA: COMMANDER AVAILABLE NOW!An empire on the edge. A scheme for glory.A plan to control the greatest river in the world.61 AD. Emperor Nero schemes avidly to increase his wealth and slaughter his many enemies, but also seeks glory. He looks south from Rome to Africa.The great River Nile gives life to the Egyptians...
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The Shortest History of Italy

3,000 Years from the Romans to the Renaissance to a Modern Republic - A Retelling for Our Times

par Ross King ...

Collections series The Shortest History Series
Discover the prodigious global influence of il bel paese in this star-studded retelling of Italy’s past—from a foremost author of historic Italy. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read.“Each page brims with Bill Bryson-like trivia that is sure to delight.”—Booklist, starred reviewThe calendar. The Senate. The university. The piano, the ... En savoir plus

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Discover the prodigious global influence of il bel paese in this star-studded retelling of Italy’s past—from a foremost author of historic Italy. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read.“Each page brims with Bill Bryson-like trivia that is sure to delight.”—Booklist, starred reviewThe calendar. The Senate. The university. The piano, the
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24 Hours in Ancient Rome

A Day in the Life of the People Who Lived There

par Dr Philip Matyszak ...

Collections Livre 1 - 24 Hours in Ancient History
Walk a day in a Roman’s sandals.What was it like to live in one of the ancient world’s most powerful and bustling cities – one that was eight times more densely populated than modern day New York?In this entertaining and enlightening guide, bestselling historian Philip Matyszak introduces us to the people who lived and worked there. In each hour of the day we meet a new character – from emperor to ... En savoir plus

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Walk a day in a Roman’s sandals.What was it like to live in one of the ancient world’s most powerful and bustling cities – one that was eight times more densely populated than modern day New York?In this entertaining and enlightening guide, bestselling historian Philip Matyszak introduces us to the people who lived and worked there. In each hour of the day we meet a new character – from emperor to
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Murder in Purple and Gold

par Lindsey Davis ...

When Flavia Albia stumbles upon the murdered corpse of a young man near Rome's famous Circus Maximus, she is about to embark on one of her most dangerous and complicated cases.Rome and the Romans are obsessed with chariot racing. Lepo was the rising star of the Purples, a new team created by the psychotic Emperor Domitian with big money backing. Suspicion immediately falls on Lepo's greatest rival ... En savoir plus

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When Flavia Albia stumbles upon the murdered corpse of a young man near Rome's famous Circus Maximus, she is about to embark on one of her most dangerous and complicated cases.Rome and the Romans are obsessed with chariot racing. Lepo was the rising star of the Purples, a new team created by the psychotic Emperor Domitian with big money backing. Suspicion immediately falls on Lepo's greatest rival
... En savoir plus
Hannibal and Me

What History's Greatest Military Strategist Can Teach Us About Success and Failure

par Andreas Kluth ...

A dynamic and exciting way to understand success and failure, through the life of Hannibal, one of history's greatest generals.The life of Hannibal, the Carthaginian general who crossed the Alps with his army in 218 B.C.E., is the stuff of legend. And the epic choices he and his opponents made-on the battlefield and elsewhere in life-offer lessons about responding to our victories and our defeats ... En savoir plus

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A dynamic and exciting way to understand success and failure, through the life of Hannibal, one of history's greatest generals.The life of Hannibal, the Carthaginian general who crossed the Alps with his army in 218 B.C.E., is the stuff of legend. And the epic choices he and his opponents made-on the battlefield and elsewhere in life-offer lessons about responding to our victories and our defeats
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Rome and Persia

The Seven Hundred Year Rivalry

par Adrian Goldsworthy ...

**The extraordinary history of the epic rivalry between the ancient world’s two great superpowers.“Magnificent.” —Spectator**The Roman Empire was like no other. Stretching from the north of Britain to the Sahara, and from the Atlantic coast to the Euphrates, it imposed peace and prosperity on an unprecedented scale. Its only true rival lay in the east, where the Parthian and then Persian empires ... En savoir plus

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**The extraordinary history of the epic rivalry between the ancient world’s two great superpowers.“Magnificent.” —Spectator**The Roman Empire was like no other. Stretching from the north of Britain to the Sahara, and from the Atlantic coast to the Euphrates, it imposed peace and prosperity on an unprecedented scale. Its only true rival lay in the east, where the Parthian and then Persian empires
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Classical Mythology A to Z

An Encyclopedia of Gods & Goddesses, Heroes & Heroines, Nymphs, Spirits, Monsters, and Places

par Annette Giesecke ...

A beautifully illustrated, wonderfully engaging A-to-Z guide to more than 700 major and minor gods and goddesses, characters, creatures, and places of classical Greek and Roman mythology.Classical Mythology A-to-Z is a comprehensive and engrossing guide to Greek and Roman mythology. Written by Annette Giesecke, PhD, Professor of Classics and Chair of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies at the ... En savoir plus

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A beautifully illustrated, wonderfully engaging A-to-Z guide to more than 700 major and minor gods and goddesses, characters, creatures, and places of classical Greek and Roman mythology.Classical Mythology A-to-Z is a comprehensive and engrossing guide to Greek and Roman mythology. Written by Annette Giesecke, PhD, Professor of Classics and Chair of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies at the
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History of Julius Caesar

par Jacob Abbott ...

According to Wikipedia: "Jacob Abbott (November 14, 1803 October 31, 1879) was an American writer of children's books. Abbott was born at Hallowell, Maine to Jacob and Betsey Abbott. He graduated from Bowdoin College in 1820; studied at Andover Theological Seminary in 1821, 1822, and 1824; was tutor in 1824-1825, and from 1825 to 1829 was professor of mathematics and natural philosophy at Amherst ... En savoir plus

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According to Wikipedia: "Jacob Abbott (November 14, 1803 October 31, 1879) was an American writer of children's books. Abbott was born at Hallowell, Maine to Jacob and Betsey Abbott. He graduated from Bowdoin College in 1820; studied at Andover Theological Seminary in 1821, 1822, and 1824; was tutor in 1824-1825, and from 1825 to 1829 was professor of mathematics and natural philosophy at Amherst
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Julius Caesar Complete Works – World’s Best Collection

All Works - All War Writings, Rarities Plus Biography and Bonuses

par Julius Caesar, Suetonius, Jacob Abbott, Napoléon, T. Rice Holmes, James Anthony Froude ...

Collections Livre 1 - Library of Alexandria Collection - World’s Best Collected Works - Julius Caesar
Julius Caesar Complete Works – World’s Best CollectionAll Works - All War Writings, Rarities Plus Biography and BonusesThis is the world’s best Julius Caesar collection, including the most complete set of works available plus many free bonus materials.JULIUS CAESARGaius Julius Caesar was a famous Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in what led to the fall of the Roman Republic ... En savoir plus

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Julius Caesar Complete Works – World’s Best CollectionAll Works - All War Writings, Rarities Plus Biography and BonusesThis is the world’s best Julius Caesar collection, including the most complete set of works available plus many free bonus materials.JULIUS CAESARGaius Julius Caesar was a famous Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in what led to the fall of the Roman Republic
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The Fabric of Civilization

How Textiles Made the World

par Virginia Postrel ...

“A journey as epic, and varying, as the Silk Road itself...[The Fabric of Civilization is] like a swatch of a Florentine Renaissance brocade: carefully woven, the technique precise, the colors a mix of shade and shine and an accurate representation of the whole cloth” (The New York Times)The story of humanity is the story of textiles―as old as civilization itself. Since the first thread was spun, ... En savoir plus

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“A journey as epic, and varying, as the Silk Road itself...[The Fabric of Civilization is] like a swatch of a Florentine Renaissance brocade: carefully woven, the technique precise, the colors a mix of shade and shine and an accurate representation of the whole cloth” (The New York Times)The story of humanity is the story of textiles―as old as civilization itself. Since the first thread was spun,
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Wounds of Honour: Empire I

The gripping and unforgettable first book in the bestselling Empire series

par Anthony Riches ...

Collections Livre 1 - Empire series
Pre-order the first book in bestseller Anthony Riches's brand new series, Swords of Troy, coming July 2026Discover the iconic, bestselling Empire series today, beloved by readers around the world'Totally, utterly enthralling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'Riches is just as good as Bernard Cornwell' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'A breathtaking saga' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'In Roman military fiction, Riches... ... En savoir plus

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Pre-order the first book in bestseller Anthony Riches's brand new series, Swords of Troy, coming July 2026Discover the iconic, bestselling Empire series today, beloved by readers around the world'Totally, utterly enthralling' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'Riches is just as good as Bernard Cornwell' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'A breathtaking saga' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review'In Roman military fiction, Riches...
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Soldier of Rome: The Last Campaign

The Artorian Chronicles, #6

par James Mace ...

Collections Livre 6 - The Artorian Chronicles
**The Final Conquest**Following the assassination of Emperor Gaius Caligula in 41 A.D., his uncle, Claudius, assumed the imperial throne. After establishing his legitimacy and stabilizing his position with the Roman Senate and people, he looks to legitimize himself militarily. His eyes turn towards Britannia; the elusive isle that even Julius Caesar failed to conquer.Far from being unknown to the ... En savoir plus

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**The Final Conquest**Following the assassination of Emperor Gaius Caligula in 41 A.D., his uncle, Claudius, assumed the imperial throne. After establishing his legitimacy and stabilizing his position with the Roman Senate and people, he looks to legitimize himself militarily. His eyes turn towards Britannia; the elusive isle that even Julius Caesar failed to conquer.Far from being unknown to the
... En savoir plus
The Blazing Sea

par Tim Hodkinson ...

Collections Livre 8 - The Whale Road Chronicles
The thrilling new Whale Road Chronicles Viking adventure. Einar and the Wolf Coats venture south, but danger and bloodshed is never far away.Einar and the Wolf Coats have angered most of the kings of Northern Europe. With England no refuge, their only solution is to set sail across the Whale Road.A chance encounter with a slave trader leads them to Muslim Spain, but what starts as a joyous ... En savoir plus

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The thrilling new Whale Road Chronicles Viking adventure. Einar and the Wolf Coats venture south, but danger and bloodshed is never far away.Einar and the Wolf Coats have angered most of the kings of Northern Europe. With England no refuge, their only solution is to set sail across the Whale Road.A chance encounter with a slave trader leads them to Muslim Spain, but what starts as a joyous
... En savoir plus
Rubicon

The Last Years of the Roman Republic

par Tom Holland ...

**A vivid historical account of the social world of Julius Caesar’s Rome as it moved from republic to empire, from the acclaimed author of Dynasty and co-host of the hit podcast The Rest Is History“A fascinating picture of Roman city life . . . In every aspect of this story, Holland expertly makes the Romans, so alien and yet so familiar, relevant to us.”—Los Angeles Times“Stunning . . . Holland ... En savoir plus

$10.99 CAD

**A vivid historical account of the social world of Julius Caesar’s Rome as it moved from republic to empire, from the acclaimed author of Dynasty and co-host of the hit podcast The Rest Is History“A fascinating picture of Roman city life . . . In every aspect of this story, Holland expertly makes the Romans, so alien and yet so familiar, relevant to us.”—Los Angeles Times“Stunning . . . Holland
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Paul

A Biography

par N. T. Wright ...

In this definitive biography, renowned Bible scholar, Anglican bishop, and bestselling author N. T. Wright offers a radical look at the apostle Paul, illuminating the humanity and remarkable achievements of this intellectual who invented Christian theology in the first-century Greco-Roman world—transforming a faith and changing the world.For centuries, Paul, the apostle who "saw the light on the ... En savoir plus

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In this definitive biography, renowned Bible scholar, Anglican bishop, and bestselling author N. T. Wright offers a radical look at the apostle Paul, illuminating the humanity and remarkable achievements of this intellectual who invented Christian theology in the first-century Greco-Roman world—transforming a faith and changing the world.For centuries, Paul, the apostle who "saw the light on the
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Britannia

The Creation of a Roman Province

par John Creighton ...

This book completely re-evaluates the evidence for, and the interpretation of, the rule of the kings of Late Iron Age Britain: Cunobelin and Verica.Within a few generations of their reigns, after one died and the other had fled, Rome’s ceremonial centres had been transformed into the magnificence of Roman towns with monumental public buildings and Britannia examines these kings’ long-lasting ... En savoir plus

$94.81 CAD

This book completely re-evaluates the evidence for, and the interpretation of, the rule of the kings of Late Iron Age Britain: Cunobelin and Verica.Within a few generations of their reigns, after one died and the other had fled, Rome’s ceremonial centres had been transformed into the magnificence of Roman towns with monumental public buildings and Britannia examines these kings’ long-lasting
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Children of Mars

The Origins of Rome's Empire

par Jeremy Armstrong ...

Collections series Ancient Warfare and Civilization
A fresh narrative history of the rise of Rome's empire in Italy, that exposes the monumental expansion of the Roman familial, social, political, and militaristic way of living across Italy. Before the Romans could become masters of the Mediterranean, they had to first conquer the people of their own peninsula. This book explores the origins of Roman imperialism and the creation of Rome's early ... En savoir plus

$12.79 CAD

A fresh narrative history of the rise of Rome's empire in Italy, that exposes the monumental expansion of the Roman familial, social, political, and militaristic way of living across Italy. Before the Romans could become masters of the Mediterranean, they had to first conquer the people of their own peninsula. This book explores the origins of Roman imperialism and the creation of Rome's early
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The Spartacus War

par Barry Strauss ...

An authoritative account from the classical historian and bestselling author of Ten Caesars about the true story of the legendary Spartacus, leader of the greatest slave revolt in history, the rebellion that rocked and nearly destroyed the Roman Republic, and the inspiration for countless novels and films.The Spartacus War is the extraordinary story of the most famous slave rebellion in the ... En savoir plus

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An authoritative account from the classical historian and bestselling author of Ten Caesars about the true story of the legendary Spartacus, leader of the greatest slave revolt in history, the rebellion that rocked and nearly destroyed the Roman Republic, and the inspiration for countless novels and films.The Spartacus War is the extraordinary story of the most famous slave rebellion in the
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Cataclysm 90 BC

The Forgotten War that Almost Destroyed Rome

par Philip Matyszak ...

A dramatic account of a rebellion against the Roman republic—by a confederation of its Italian allies.We know of Rome's reputation for military success against foreign enemies. Yet at the start of the first century BC, Rome faced a hostile army less than a week's march from the capital. It is probable that only a swift surrender prevented the city from being attacked and sacked. Before that point, ... En savoir plus

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A dramatic account of a rebellion against the Roman republic—by a confederation of its Italian allies.We know of Rome's reputation for military success against foreign enemies. Yet at the start of the first century BC, Rome faced a hostile army less than a week's march from the capital. It is probable that only a swift surrender prevented the city from being attacked and sacked. Before that point,
... En savoir plus
Gods of Rome

par Simon Turney, Gordon Doherty ...

Collections Livre 3 - Rise of Emperors
For one to rule, the other must die.AD 312: A year of horrific and brutal warfare.Although outnumbered, Constantine's legions seem unstoppable as they surge through Maxentius' Italian heartlands. Constantine is determined to reach and seize the ancient capital of Rome from his rival, yet his army is exhausted, plagued by religious rivalries and on the verge of revolt. Maxentius meanwhile contends ... En savoir plus

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For one to rule, the other must die.AD 312: A year of horrific and brutal warfare.Although outnumbered, Constantine's legions seem unstoppable as they surge through Maxentius' Italian heartlands. Constantine is determined to reach and seize the ancient capital of Rome from his rival, yet his army is exhausted, plagued by religious rivalries and on the verge of revolt. Maxentius meanwhile contends
... En savoir plus
Masters of Rome

par Simon Turney, Gordon Doherty ...

Collections Livre 2 - Rise of Emperors
Their rivalry will change the world forever.As competition for the imperial throne intensifies, Constantine and Maxentius realise their childhood friendship cannot last. Each man struggles to control their respective quadrant of empire, battered by currents of politics, religion and personal tragedy, threatened by barbarian forces and enemies within.With their positions becoming at once stronger ... En savoir plus

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Their rivalry will change the world forever.As competition for the imperial throne intensifies, Constantine and Maxentius realise their childhood friendship cannot last. Each man struggles to control their respective quadrant of empire, battered by currents of politics, religion and personal tragedy, threatened by barbarian forces and enemies within.With their positions becoming at once stronger
... En savoir plus
The Histories: Translation Based On Alfred John Church And William Jackson Brodribb (Mobi Classics)

par Cornelius Tacitus ...

Histories (Latin: Historiae) is a book by Tacitus, written c. 100-110, which covers the Year of Four Emperors following the downfall of Nero, the rise of Vespasian, and the rule of the Flavian Dynasty (69-96) up to the death of Domitian. Excerpted from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. ... En savoir plus

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Histories (Latin: Historiae) is a book by Tacitus, written c. 100-110, which covers the Year of Four Emperors following the downfall of Nero, the rise of Vespasian, and the rule of the Flavian Dynasty (69-96) up to the death of Domitian. Excerpted from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
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