Founding the Roman Empire

"Founding the Roman Empire" is a rigorous historical examination of the critical transition from the dying Roman Republic to the established Principate. Written by Frank Burr Marah, this work delves into the systemic failures of the Republican government and the political maneuvers that allowed for the rise of a centralized imperial authority. The book focuses on the pivotal roles played by figures like Julius Caesar and Augustus, detailing how they navigated the complexities of Roman law, military power, and public sentiment to reshape the ancient world.Marah provides a clear analysis of the administrative and constitutional changes that were necessary to govern an ever-expanding territory. He explores the economic tensions, the power of the provincial commands, and the shifting loyalties of the legions that catalyzed this monumental shift in governance. By tracing the evolution of Roman institutions, "Founding the Roman Empire" offers essential insights into how one of history's most influential states was forged from the chaos of civil war.This scholarly yet accessible volume remains a valuable resource for students of ancient history and political science, providing a foundational understanding of the Roman state's transformation and its long-lasting impact on Western civilization.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 326, Hardcover, Tradd Street Press