A riveting new biography of Caesar Augustus, Rome's first emperor and one of the most influential men in history
Anthony Everitt was Deputy Secretary-General of the Arts Council from 1985 to 1990, and Secretary-General until 1994. He is the author of the acclaimed biography CICERO: A TURBULENT LIFE, also published by John Murray.
'An exhilarating portrait of Roman social customs and politics' -- Publishing News 20060707 'A comprehensive and readable account of [Augustus and the Roman world]' -- Literary Review 20060707 'This biography of the first Roman Emperor depicts Augustus, the man who turned inner weaknesses into strengths and painstakingly restored Rome's civic greatness at home and military doinance abroad ... Quite a guy' -- Tony Matthews, Defence Focus 20060707 'His story is also the story of perhaps the most vibrant period of Roman history' -- Sunday Business Post 20060707 'This sparky text certainly brings the Emperor to life, as well as a host of supporting characters' -- Sunday Telegraph 20060707 '(A) solid biography' -- Guardian 20060707
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