Early Rome

The extraordinary history of the epic rivalry between the ancient world’s two great superpowers. “Magnificent.” —Spectator The Roman Empire was like no other. Stretching from the north of Britain to the Sahara, and from the Atlantic coast to the Euphrates, it imposed peace and prosperity...

On Christmas Day in the year 800, a Frankish warlord knelt in a Roman church and stood up an emperor. The empire he claimed had been dead for three centuries. The idea he revived would outlive him by a thousand years. Charlemagne could barely write his own name. He spent most of his life on horseback, fighting a brutal thirty-year war against the Saxons that included the mass killing at Verden. He buried sons, watched a rearguard die at Roncesvalles, and ruled a sprawling realm with almost no bureaucracy, no standing capital, and no money economy worth the name. And yet, by the time he died...

A faithful modern English reader edition of 1 Clement and 2 Clement, two of the earliest surviving Christian writings outside the New Testament. This volume is designed for smooth, uninterrupted reading. Verse numbers, editorial notes, and study apparatus have been removed from the body of the text so that readers can encounter these ancient works with clarity and flow. 1 Clement is a pastoral letter from the church in Rome to the church in Corinth, addressing division, jealousy, repentance, humility, church order, and the urgent need for peace among the people of God. It offers one of the ...

Discover the secrets of our past and unlock a deeper understanding of human development. Immerse yourself in the legacies of ancient civilizations and uncover the interconnectedness and impact they still hold today. Gain a comprehensive overview of the most pivotal societies that have shaped human history. Experience the achievements, beliefs, and complexities of ancient cultures through captivating narratives. Delve into the advancements of ancient China, the diverse culture of the Persian Empire, and the enduring legacies of the Maurya and Byzantine Empires. Learn about the foundational ...

The Foundations of Faith series features important writings from the early Christian Church, with modernized language to make these influential works more accessible to today's reader. Included in Volume 1 are the following works: The Didache (The Teaching of the Twelve Apostles) The First and Second Epistles of Clement The Epistle of Barnabas The Odes of Solomon The Epistle of Polycarp The Martyrdom of Polycarp The Epistle of Mathetes to Diognetus The Seven Prison Epistles of Ignatius Ignatius to the Ephesians Ignatius to the Magnesians Ignatius to the Trallians Ignatius to the Romans ...

Clovis was not born to rule a nation. He forged one. At the collapse of Roman authority in Gaul, power lay scattered among warlords, fading imperial officials, and rival kings. From this fractured world emerged Clovis, a Frankish ruler whose ruthless ambition, calculated conversion to Christianity, and mastery of violence reshaped Western Europe. This biography traces Clovis’s rise from tribal king to founder of the Frankish Kingdom. It examines his destruction of rival rulers, his defeat of Roman and Visigothic powers, and his decisive adoption of Catholic Christianity as a weapon of ...

Rome whispers about a poison that looks like holy water. They call it Aqua Tofana—a saint-faced bottle passed hand to hand, a rumour with a price, a promise made to desperate wives behind shuttered windows. Men call it evil. Priests call it temptation. The streets call it justice. But Giulia knows what it really is: a brand built in the cracks of a city that leaves women no safe exits. When a quiet network of laundresses, servants and midwives begins to fray under pressure—boots on stone, coins offered for silence, and the Church leaning close—Giulia must protect the one person she ...

In this entertaining and enlightening guide, best-selling historian Philip Matyszak introduces us to the people who lived and worked there. In each hour of the day we meet a new character - from emperor to slave girl, gladiator to astrologer, medicine woman to water-clock maker - and discover the fascinating details of their daily lives. 

THE CLASH OF HEAVEN AND EARTH HAS IGNITED. AND THE ANCIENT WORLD WILL BURN. In the sweltering summer of the first century, the Apostle Paul marches into the dark, pagan stronghold of Ephesus. He does not hide in the shadows. Renting the public Hall of Tyrannus, he launches a relentless, daily assault on the minds and spirits of Asia. As raw, divine power manifests through healings and the public burning of occult scrolls, the very foundations of the city’s economy begin to crack. Watching his wealth evaporate, Demetrius the silversmith rallies the trade guilds, transforming their economic...

The age of the apostles is ending. The age of the Book has begun. It is the late first century, and the living witnesses who walked with Christ are vanishing from the earth. In Antioch, a dedicated group of scribes, led by John the son of Caius, works frantically to preserve the scattered writings of the apostles. But the greatest threat to the survival of the true faith is no longer just the fire and sword of the Roman Empire—it is a subtle, creeping rot from within. In the heart of the capital, two distinct churches are emerging. Bishop Clement is building a magnificent, visible ...

The Roman Republic was not designed. It was improvised — by frightened men whose only plan was to build the exact opposite of a king. In 509 BC a group of aristocrats expelled their king and found themselves holding a city with no procedure for running it. What they invented was a reflex, not a constitution: the king had ruled for life, so make the term one year. He had been one man, so make it two. He could not be stopped, so let either man stop the other. Then they handed this deliberately self-obstructing machine to a class of proud, competitive men who had just discovered how much ...

A FADING MEMORY. A DEADLY HERESY. A DESPERATE QUEST FOR THE WRITTEN WORD. Rome, 36 AD. Five years after the fires of Pentecost, the early Christian house churches are in crisis. The oral traditions and memories of the apostles' teachings are beginning to blur, leaving the vulnerable flock exposed to a brilliant and deadly new threat. Dositheus, a smooth-talking disciple of Simon Magus, has infiltrated the Roman believers. Preaching a "spiritual" Christ who only appeared to be human—a Savior who never bled and never suffered—he offers a cowardly but seductive escape for Christians ...

The Republic Rises: Courage, Betrayal, and the Birth of Rome Step into the turbulent world of early Rome with Consul of Rome by Jesse Shanks, a riveting historical novel that chronicles the city’s transformation from a fragile republic into a force capable of shaping the ancient world. This is the story of ambition, sacrifice, and resilience, where heroes and villains battle for the soul of Rome. Set against a backdrop of political machinations, military conflicts, and personal ambitions, the novel delves into Rome’s battles with the Etruscans, the Latins, and the lingering shadows of ...

Discover the Birth of a Civilization: Rome’s Legends, Heroes, and Power Struggles Dive into King of Rome by Jesse Shanks, a masterfully crafted historical novel that breathes life into the myths, legends, and historical drama of ancient Rome’s founding era. This richly detailed story explores the ambitions, betrayals, and triumphs of the legendary kings who forged Rome’s identity centuries before Caesar. The narrative intertwines mythology, ambition, and political intrigue, offering a gripping portrayal of power struggles, personal sacrifices, and the enduring legacy of Roman ideals. ...

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on Another Magical Adventure in This Beloved Children's Series! When a mysterious mailbox starts melting into floating bubbles on Maple Street, three young friends discover that magic is calling them to a brand-new adventure. Perfect for early readers ages 6-9, this enchanting tale combines educational content with thrilling fantasy elements that will captivate young imaginations. What makes this book special: Educational Adventure: Children learn about ancient Roman culture, food traditions, and the importance of teamwork through an engaging story Character ...

A stimulating and expert analysis of the unique conditions that allowed Christianity to take shape and flourish across the Roman Empire during its first three centuries, from one of our leading historians of the ancient world “How did the intersection of Roman rule, Greek culture, and Judaean...

Clement of Rome for Beginners brings you face-to-face with one of the earliest Christian leaders—a man who stepped into a divided community and restored harmony with nothing more than conviction, wisdom, and the courage to speak truth. His voice echoes across centuries because the problems he addressed are the same ones we wrestle with today: division, pride, fractured relationships, and a longing for genuine unity. This book gives you a front-row seat to the moment Christianity learned how to repair itself. Clement wasn’t a philosopher tucked away in an ivory tower. He was a steady ...

The chains of Rome can bind a man, but they cannot bind the truth. In the late summer of 59 AD, the Apostle Paul boards an Alexandrian grain ship bound for the heart of the Roman Empire. He is a prisoner, marching toward the executioner’s block or a divine acquittal. But the journey to Caesar is not just a battle against the unforgiving Mediterranean Sea—it is the crucible in which the future of the Christian faith will be forged. Surviving the terrifying wrath of the Euroclydon shipwreck and the deadly viper of Malta, Paul and his companions finally arrive in Rome. Placed under house ...

The Roman Empire was not built with swords and shields. It was built with ledgers, debt, and absolute control. History tells us that Augustus Caesar brought peace to the ancient world. History is a lie written by the men who minted the coins. In The Legs of Iron, Rome, the ancient world is revealed not as a heroic battlefield, but as a ruthless corporate machine. Young Octavian—sickly, brilliant, and entirely devoid of human empathy—realizes that true power does not come from military glory. It comes from controlling the supply chains, weaponizing public debt, and cornering the global ...

The stones of Jerusalem are falling, but the true war for the soul of the early church has just begun. It is the Year of the Four Emperors. The Roman Empire is tearing itself apart, and the legions of Titus and Vespasian have surrounded Jerusalem. From the safety of the Decapolis, the exiled elder Simeon watches as the holy city and the great Temple are reduced to ash. The physical destruction of the Old Covenant is absolute, but the vacuum left behind is terrifying. With the earthly priesthood gone, a new, insidious threat rises not from pagan magistrates, but from within the brotherhood ...