Empowers Roman

"This book is a wonderful introduction to one of history's greatest figures: Marcus Aurelius. His life and this book are a clear guide for those facing adversity, seeking tranquility and pursuing excellence." — Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way and The Daily Stoic The...

Meet the rulers who built, ruled, and nearly destroyed the Roman Empire. The Roman Empire didn’t rise by accident. It was shaped by emperors who ruled through brilliance, brutality, vision, fear—and sometimes madness.

Step into the violent collapse of the Roman Republic and experience the political intrigue that forged an ancient empire. Perfect for your morning commute, this dramatic ancient history narrative explores the ruthless rulers who transformed the Mediterranean world. Witness the birth of absolute...

Roman Emperors: A Quick Read is a simple and engaging introduction to the rulers of Rome. This book features short, easy-to-read articles on key emperors, from Julius Caesar to Constantine V. Learn about the leaders who shaped the Roman Empire, including Augustus, Nero, Trajan, and Marcus Aurelius. Discover their triumphs, challenges, and lasting impact on history. From the rise of Rome under Augustus to the fall of the Western Empire with Romulus Augustulus, this book covers emperors who expanded the empire, faced great battles, and changed Roman society. It also explores later rulers like...

The ancient Sibylline prophecies had foretold that the Roman Empire would last for 1000 years. As the time for the expected dissolution approached in the middle of the third century AD, the empire was lapsing into chaos, with seemingly interminable civil wars over the imperial succession. The western empire had seceded under a rebel emperor and the eastern empire was controlled by another usurper. Barbarians took advantage of the anarchy to kill and plunder all over the provinces.

Following the release of their first three international bestsellers Petrus Romanus, Exo-Vaticana, and On the Path of the Immortals Thomas Horn and Cris Putnam were swamped with interview requests from radio, television, and print media outlets around the world. When they accurately predicted the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI one full year in advance, even naming the very month and year he would step down, global shockwaves raised compelling questions regarding why the Vatican has an advanced telescope perched atop Mt.

This guide will guide you to the right knowledge about all the historical details you need to know about Nero, Caligula, Hadrian, Commodus, Constantine the Great, Caracalla, Marcus Aurelius, Julius Caesar, Augustus, and others. Some were pure evil, abusive, and sheer dictators with their own self-interest that was their only focus. Others had the best intentions for the empire. These emperors left their mark on the people, the history of the entire empire, and the cultural influence the Romans had on us.

The life of Augustus is historically important because his leadership marked out a new era in the story of the Roman world, an era that would see the expansion of the Roman Empire across the Mediterranean and beyond. Tiberius is remembered, if he is remembered at all, for his bad behavior. He spent much of his rule on a Greek island surrounded by every pleasure that his diseased flesh could dream of, abandoning his empire to scandal and intrigue.

Roman history, from the very foundation of the city, is replete with people and stories that shock our modern sensibilities. Evil Roman Emperors puts the worst of Rome's rulers in one place and offers a review of their lives and a historical context for what made them into what they became.

In this historical yet somewhat dramatic account of the Roman emperors, you'll find judgments, opinions, and for the most part, hard facts about the rulers of the vast empire that controlled the Mediterranean Sea and beyond for centuries. You'll discover the disgust of historians with Nero's and Caligula's murderous inclinations, their incest, their sexual orgies, and their betrayal. You'll hear of Julius Ceasar's success and totalitarianism during his despot reign.

AD 180. Rome is winning the war. Then the emperor dies. For years, Gaius Julius Primus has marched beneath the standards of Rome, fighting through the brutal northern campaigns of Emperor Marcus Aurelius. At twenty-six, the legionary of Legio X Gemina has learned what every veteran eventually discovers: wars are measured not in victories proclaimed in Rome, but in frozen marches, empty stomachs, exhausted men, and the comrades who never return. Now Rome appears close to finishing what Marcus Aurelius began. Then, at Vindobona, the emperor dies. His son Commodus inherits the empire—and ...

With the empire collapsing about him, Heraclius, the Exarch’s son, becomes the first Roman Emperor in 300 years to lead an army into battle. But this is no ordinary army: it is the Last Army, cobbled together from the bits and pieces that remain of once-great legions. Arrayed against him are the most formidable enemies Rome has ever faced: the Avar horde, the Sassanian Persian Empire intent on Rome’s annihilation, and the relentless plague that exploded under his predecessor Justinian and halved the Roman population.

The vast majority of people only hope for miracles that never happen. If you want something, you need to take action and at least try to get it. Unless you're exceptionally lucky, nothing happens on it's own. A man without deadlines is a man who does nothing. If you have no deadlines, you would be wise to invent them. One step at a time and the way shows itself. Listen to this audiobook, and learn stoic mindsets that will skyrocket you to success in life.

In her international bestseller SPQR, Mary Beard told the thousand-year story of ancient Rome. Now she shines her spotlight on the emperors who ruled the Roman empire, from Julius Caesar (assassinated 44 BCE) to Alexander Severus (assassinated 235 CE). Emperor of Rome is not your usual chronological account of Roman rulers, one after another: the mad Caligula, the monster Nero, the philosopher Marcus Aurelius.

Rome, AD 193. Five men will claim the imperial throne. The Praetorian Guard will discover that making an emperor is far easier than controlling one. Gaius Julius Primus has spent more than half his life beneath the standards of Rome. A veteran of the northern wars of Marcus Aurelius and now a seasoned Praetorian, he has guarded emperors, watched men rise and disappear within the machinery of imperial power, and learned that survival often depends upon knowing when not to ask questions. Then Commodus is murdered. The new emperor, Pertinax, promises discipline and reform. But inside the ...

The definitive history of a powerful family dynasty who dominated Europe for centuries—from their rise to power to their eventual downfall. "A feat of both scholarship and storytelling." —Wall Street Journal In The Habsburgs, Martyn Rady tells the epic story of a dynasty and the world it...

Step into the ruthless political intrigue of the ancient world to witness the epic rise and brutal fall of absolute rulers. This immersive historical biography transforms the dry dates of antiquity into a dramatic saga of paranoid tyrants, brilliant military strategists, and visionary reformers...

“Superb....Augustus is a first-rate popular biography by a skilled and knowing hand.” (Washington Post) Caesar Augustus created the Roman Empire and forever associated the name Caesar with power. Heir to Julius Caesar, he thrust himself into the middle of Roman politics at its most violent...

Unlock the secrets of a philosopher-emperor and transform your life with "Marcus Aurelius for Beginners: The Life and Teachings of a Roman Emperor." This captivating guide brings the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius into the modern era, offering timeless insights that resonate today more than ever. Discover the Man Behind the Legend Step into ancient Rome and meet Marcus Aurelius, a leader revered for his wisdom, humility, and resilience. Understand how he rose to power, balanced his immense responsibilities, and remained committed to the Stoic principles that guided his reign. Dive into the ...

Tracing the extraordinary trajectory of Julius Caesar's life, Adrian Goldsworthy covers not only the great Roman emperor's accomplishments as charismatic orator, conquering general, and powerful dictator but also lesser-known chapters. Ultimately, Goldsworthy realizes the full complexity of Caesar's character and shows why his political and military leadership continues to resonate some 2,000 years later.