The Romans in the Age of Augustus

Incorporating the most recent scholarship, this book offers a fascinating history of Rome and the Roman peoples during the rule of the first Roman emperor, Augustus. * Written in an easily accessible style, making it the ideal introduction to Augustan Rome for those with little previous knowledge * Offers compelling insight into the workings of Roman society during this pivotal period in its history * Incorporates the most recent scholarship on aspects of Augustus's reign including the armed forces, religion, and intellectual and cultural life * Andrew Lintott is a widely respected expert on the Roman Republic Content: Chapter 1 Introduction (pages 1–11): Chapter 2 The Growth of an Empire (pages 12–38): Chapter 3 The Crisis of the Late Republic (pages 39–76): Chapter 4 The Emperor and his People (pages 77–104): Chapter 5 Town and Country (pages 105–131): Chapter 6 Customs, Culture, and Ideas (pages 132–158): Chapter 7 The Armed Services and the Frontiers (pages 159–165): Incorporating The Most Recent Scholarship, This Book Offers A Fascinating History Of Rome And The Roman Peoples During The Rule Of The First Roman Emperor, Augustus. Written In An Easily Accessible Style, Making It The Ideal Introduction To Augustan Rome For Those With Little Previous Knowledge. Offers Compelling Insight Into The Workings Of Roman Society During This Pivotal Period In Its History. Incorporates The Most Recent Scholarship On Aspects Of Augustus's Reign Including The Armed Forces, Religion, And Intellectual And Cultural Life. Andrew Lintott Is A Widely Respected Expert On The Roman Republic. --publisher's Description. The Growth Of An Empire -- The Crisis Of The Late Republic -- The Emperor And His People -- Town And Country -- Customs, Culture, And Ideas -- The Armed Services And The Frontiers. Andrew Lintott. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.