A vivid historical account of the social world of Rome as it moved from republic to empire. "A fascinating picture of Roman city life. . . . In every aspect of this story, Holland expertly makes the Romans, so alien and yet so familiar, relevant to us." -Los Angeles Times "Stunning. . . . Holland keeps his narrative moving at chariot-race speed." -Newsday In 49 B.C., the seven hundred fifth year since the...
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