Eleven Books to Read about the Romans

Discover the ancient world with eleven must-read books about the Romans. From Robert Graves' classic I, Claudius to Colleen McCullough's epic The First Man in Rome, explore gripping fiction and history on Scipio Africanus and the rise of Rome. Perfect for history buffs and fans of Roman fiction.

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The Roman revolution.

 

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From the Gracchi to Nero Cover
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From the Gracchi to Nero

 

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I, Claudius

by Robert Graves

Considered an idiot because of his physical infirmities, Claudius survived the intrigues and poisonings of the reigns of Augustus, Tiberius, and the Mad Caligula to become emperor in 41 A.D. A masterpiece.
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The Last Generation of the Roman Republic

 

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Salambó

 

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The Grand Strategy of the Roman Empire Cover
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The Grand Strategy of the Roman Empire

 

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The First Man in Rome

by Colleen McCullough

On New Year's Day of 110 B.C., two men whom "Fortune" favors stand with a vision and courage that will force change upon the Roman Empire.
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The Punic wars

 

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Scipio Africanus

 

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Byzantium

 

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