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Book Synopsis: New York Times Bestseller
A New York Times Notable Book
Named one of the Best Books of the Year by the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, Foreign Affairs, and Kirkus Reviews
Finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award (Nonfiction)
Shortlisted for the Cundill Prize in Historical Literature
Finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize (History)
A San Francisco Chronicle Holiday Gift Guide Selection
A New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice Selection
A sweeping, "magisterial" history of the Roman Empire from one of our foremost classicists shows why Rome remains "relevant to people many centuries later" (Atlantic). In SPQR, an instant classic, Mary Beard narrates the history of Rome "with passion and without technical jargon" and demonstrates how "a slightly shabby Iron Age village" rose to become the "undisputed hegemon of the Mediterranean" (Wall Street Journal). Hailed by critics as animating "the grand sweep and the intimate details that bring the distant past vividly to life" (Economist) in a way that makes "your hair stand on end" (Christian Science Monitor) and spanning nearly a thousand years of history, this "highly informative, highly readable" (Dallas Morning News) work examines not just how we think of ancient Rome but challenges the comfortable historical perspectives that have existed for centuries. With its nuanced attention to class, democratic struggles, and the lives of entire groups of people omitted from the historical narrative for centuries, SPQR will to shape our view of Roman history for decades to come.
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Are you fascinated by the captivating history of Ancient Rome? Look no further! Introducing SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome, a New York Times Bestseller that has received rave reviews from esteemed publications such as the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, Foreign Affairs, and Kirkus Reviews. This book is more than just a historical account; it is a journey through time that will leave you in awe.
Authored by Mary Beard, one of the leading classicists of our time, SPQR is a magisterial narrative that brings ancient Rome to life with passion and clarity. From its humble beginnings as a shabby Iron Age village to its reign as the undisputed hegemon of the Mediterranean, Rome's incredible journey is expertly illuminated in this groundbreaking work.
What sets SPQR apart is its ability to engage both the scholarly and casual readers alike. There is no technical jargon to weigh you down; instead, Beard's masterful storytelling will have you hooked from the very first page. As you delve into the highly informative and readable pages of SPQR, you'll witness the grand sweep of history and the intimate details that make the ancient past come alive before your very eyes.
But SPQR goes even further than the traditional historical accounts we're accustomed to. Beard challenges long-standing perspectives to offer a nuanced understanding of Roman society. By exploring the dynamics of class, democratic struggles, and the untold stories of marginalized groups, SPQR reveals a new perspective that will reshape your understanding of Roman history.
If you're ready to embark on a mesmerizing journey through time, SPQR is the book for you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to shape your view of Roman history for decades to come. Purchase your copy of SPQR now and immerse yourself in the brilliance of ancient Rome.
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