This book describes the history of Rome, from 753 B.C. to 476 C.E., discussing the three phases in the government of Rome, the rise in power of Julius Caesar, the power of Augustus, the Roman way of life, the use of slaves and their labor, the Roman army, and the legacy of language.
General Note
Includes chronologies.
Includes glossary.
Content Note
From myth to empire -- Ruling rome -- Caesar and the conquest of Gaul -- Civil war -- Caesar, master of Rome, 48-44 BCE -- The second civil war, 44-31 BCE -- Augustus, the first emperor, 27 BCE-14 BCE -- The Roman way of life -- An empire built on slavery -- The mighty legions -- The legacy of Rome.