Rubicon: The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic by Tom Holland

Rubicon: The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic

Tom Holland

389 pages first pub 2003 (editions)

nonfiction history informative medium-paced
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The Roman Republic was the most remarkable state in history. What began as a small community of peasants camped among marshes and hills ended up ruling the known world. Rubicon paints a vivid portrait of the Republic at the climax of its greatness...

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tense 6%
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