Cornelius Tacitus / clifford H. Moore / Clifford HMoore
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
Kálamo Books
Librería Perelló (Valencia)
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Donde los libros
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
Power, ambition, and the relentless tides of fate - Tacitus’s The Histories (Volume IV) plunges readers into the heart of ancient Roman history as the Flavian dynasty battles for supremacy. In these pages, the Roman Empire’s politics and military campaigns are not distant echoes but living struggles, rendered with a clarity and psychological insight that have made Tacitus a pillar of classical literature. Every sentence carries the weight of first century Rome, its betrayals and alliances, its blood and ambition.For history enthusiasts and scholars alike, this volume stands as an essential companion to Suetonius and a revealing counterpoint to Livy, offering a gripping historical narrative that dissects the anatomy of power struggles at the empire’s highest echelons. Tacitus’s account is not just a chronicle, but a penetrating exploration of character and consequence, illuminating the forces that shaped the destiny of Rome. His sharp observations and unsparing honesty invite both academic study and personal reflection, making The Histories a touchstone for understanding the complexities of empire.Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you approach it as a cornerstone of Roman Empire history or as a literary masterpiece, The Histories (Volume IV) endures as a cultural treasure, bridging the centuries between Tacitus and the present.
