The Credibility Of Early Roman History (1902)

The Credibility Of Early Roman History is a book written by Samuel Ball Platner and originally published in 1902. The book is an examination of the historical accuracy of early Roman history, focusing on the period from the founding of Rome to the end of the monarchy in 509 BC. Platner analyzes the various sources of information on early Roman history, including written accounts, archaeological evidence, and legends and myths. He evaluates the credibility of these sources and attempts to separate fact from fiction.Platner’s book is divided into several chapters, each addressing a different aspect of early Roman history. He begins by discussing the origins of Rome and the various legends surrounding its founding. He then examines the early Roman monarchy, including the reigns of Romulus, Numa Pompilius, and Tarquinius Superbus. Platner also looks at the early Roman republic, including the role of the patricians and plebeians in Roman society.Throughout the book, Platner emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and careful analysis when studying historical sources. He argues that many of the myths and legends surrounding early Rome are not necessarily historically accurate, and that it is important to approach them with a critical eye. At the same time, he acknowledges that there are many gaps in our knowledge of early Roman history, and that it is often difficult to separate fact from fiction.Overall, The Credibility Of Early Roman History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient Rome. It provides a detailed analysis of the sources of information on early Roman history, and offers insights into the challenges of studying and interpreting historical sources.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.