Explore the long arc of Rome’s constitutional history from Domitian to Nicephorus III. This scholarly volume surveys how emperors, councils, and military powers shaped governance across centuries, revealing the forces that kept Rome's institutions alive — and those that eventually altered them.
In clear, accessible prose, the book reviews how power moved between emperors, the Senate, and military factions. It traces the evolution of the imperial office, the handling of civil service and taxation, and the shifting balance between central authority and provincial or noble influence. Through careful analysis, it presents a big picture of political development without losing sight of the people and practical realities of ancient governance.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the development of the Roman Empire's political system over one thousand years, delving into the methods, roles, and accomplishments of its emperors as they aimed to maintain the vast realm in an era of unrest. The author traces the evolution of the concept of Caesarism, highlighting the transformation from a figure of absolute authority to one of impartial magistrate and guardian of the people. By examining the reigns of emperors from Domitian to the third Nicephorus, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of the imperial system, its strengths, and weaknesses. Through close investigation of historical events, the author sheds light on the complex relationship between the emperor and the people, the gradual shift in power dynamics, and the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire's political legacy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332564125_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332564125
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332564125
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)