During the lifetime of Augustus (from 63 B.C. to A.D. 14), Roman civilization spread at a remarkable rate throughout the ancient world, influencing such areas a

An inviting exploration of Rome's founding centuries

In this lively and concise biography Karl Galinsky examines Augustus' life from childhood to deification.

The Romans founded colonies throughout Italy and the provinces from the early Republic through the high Empire. Far from being mere ‘bulwarks of empire,’ th

An original interpretation of the fundamental transformations of Rome's society, culture and identity during the period of its imperial expansion.