Cicero, one of the greatest orators of all time and an important politician at the time of the downfall of the Roman Republic, has left in his writings a first-hand view of the age of Caesar and Pompey. However, readers need to learn how to interpret these writings and, as with any politician or orator, not to believe too easily what he says. This book is a guide to reading Cicero and a companion to anyone who is prepared to take the long but rewarding journey through his works. It is not in itself a biography, but may help readers to construct their own biographies of Cicero or histories of...

In post-imperial Britain our conceptions of what an empire is or should be have changed, and this study of the organisation of the Roman Empire reflects that mood, using up-to-date research and material to provide a contemporary approach to the Roman exercise of power. It looks at the growth and organisation of the empire; government and taxation; the impact of maonarchy; cities and local government; Roman law and citizenship; publicity, theatre and cult.

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...