The History of Rome, Books 09 to 26Good Press, 20 nov 2019 - 528 pagine Livy's 'The History of Rome, Books 09 to 26' is a monumental work that provides a comprehensive account of the rise of Rome from its early days to the Second Punic War. Written in a grandiose and evocative style, Livy's narrative captures the political intrigues, military conquests, and cultural developments of ancient Rome. The author's attention to detail and his ability to bring historical events to life make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman history. Livy's work is not only a historical chronicle but also a literary masterpiece, showcasing his talent as a storyteller and historian. The themes of power, glory, and the inevitable decline of empires are explored in this epic tale. Livy's firsthand account of Rome's past provides readers with a deeper understanding of the city's foundation and growth. This book is a must-read for history enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone fascinated by the rich tapestry of Roman civilization. |
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... engagements, and, by our sufferings liberate the Roman armies." 10 Both these arguments, and, still more, the author of them, powerfully affected the senators; as they did likewise every one, not excepting even the tribunes of the ...
... engagements, and, by our sufferings liberate the Roman armies." 10 Both these arguments, and, still more, the author of them, powerfully affected the senators; as they did likewise every one, not excepting even the tribunes of the ...
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... engagement with Papirius . 14 At this juncture , while both parties were preparing for an action , ambassadors from the Tarentines interposed , requiring both Samnites and Romans to desist from war ; with menaces , that " if either ...
... engagement with Papirius . 14 At this juncture , while both parties were preparing for an action , ambassadors from the Tarentines interposed , requiring both Samnites and Romans to desist from war ; with menaces , that " if either ...
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... engagement, they threw away their javelins, drew their swords, rushing against the enemy. On the other side, the Romans poured down on them, sometimes javelins, and sometimes stones which the place abundantly supplied; so that whilst ...
... engagement, they threw away their javelins, drew their swords, rushing against the enemy. On the other side, the Romans poured down on them, sometimes javelins, and sometimes stones which the place abundantly supplied; so that whilst ...
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... engagement as soon as possible, marched down the plains to offer battle. The troops, being marshalled, stood at first, for some time, on their own ground, having left a space sufficient for the Romans to draw up, opposite to them; but ...
... engagement as soon as possible, marched down the plains to offer battle. The troops, being marshalled, stood at first, for some time, on their own ground, having left a space sufficient for the Romans to draw up, opposite to them; but ...
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... engagement at the Cape of Vadimon, with more numerous forces, and, at the same time, with greater spirit than they had ever shown before. The battle was fought with such animosity that no javelins were thrown by either party: swords ...
... engagement at the Cape of Vadimon, with more numerous forces, and, at the same time, with greater spirit than they had ever shown before. The battle was fought with such animosity that no javelins were thrown by either party: swords ...
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