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Book Synopsis: A vivid historical account of the social world of Rome as it moved from republic to empire. In 49 B.C., the seven hundred fifth year since the founding of Rome, Julius Caesar crossed a small border river called the Rubicon and plunged Rome into cataclysmic civil war. Tom Holland's enthralling account tells the story of Caesar's generation, witness to the twilight of the Republic and its bloody transformation into an empire. From Cicero, Spartacus, and Brutus, to Cleopatra, Virgil, and Augustus, here are some of the most legendary figures in history brought thrillingly to life. Combining verve and freshness with scrupulous scholarship, Rubicon is not only an engrossing history of this pivotal era but a uniquely resonant portrait of a great civilization in all its extremes of self-sacrifice and rivalry, decadence and catastrophe, intrigue, war, and world-shaking ambition.
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Discover the fascinating world of ancient Rome with "Rubicon," the captivating historical account by Tom Holland. Immerse yourself in the gripping narrative as Holland leads you through the pivotal era when Rome transitioned from a republic to an empire. Witness the dramatic events that unfolded after Julius Caesar's crossing of the Rubicon, igniting a cataclysmic civil war that changed the course of history. From the iconic figures of Cicero and Spartacus to the enigmatic Cleopatra and visionary Augustus, Holland brings these legendary personalities to life with meticulous research and enthralling storytelling.
Uncover the secrets of Rome's twilight years through Holland's vivid prose, transporting you back to a time of monumental self-sacrifice and relentless rivalries. As you turn the pages, be prepared to be mesmerized by the decadence and catastrophe that engulfed the empire. Experience the intrigue, warfare, and world-shaking ambitions of these extraordinary individuals who shaped the destiny of an entire civilization. With "Rubicon," Holland combines his verve and freshness as a writer with scrupulous scholarship, making this historical chronicle an engrossing and authoritative read.
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