The History Of Rome Vol II

The History of Rome V2 is a classic historical account of the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, written by the renowned Roman historian Livy. This second volume of Livy’s monumental work covers the period from the founding of Rome in 753 BC to the end of the Samnite Wars in 290 BC. In this book, Livy chronicles the legendary stories of Rome’s founding and the early years of the Republic, including the reign of the famous king Numa Pompilius and the establishment of the Roman Senate. He then delves into the conflicts and wars that shaped Rome’s expansion, including the wars against the Etruscans, the Gauls, and the Samnites. Livy’s account is not just a retelling of battles and conquests, but also a detailed examination of the political, social, and cultural changes that occurred during this period. He explores the role of religion and mythology in Roman society, as well as the development of Roman law and the rise of the plebeian class. Overall, The History of Rome V2 is a fascinating and comprehensive account of one of the most important periods in Western history. Livy’s vivid storytelling and insightful analysis make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the ancient world or the foundations of Western civilization.During the year a fleet of Greek ships under the command of the Lacedaemonian Cleonymus sailed to the shores of Italy and captured the city of Thuriae in the Sallentine country. The consul, Aemilius, was sent to meet this enemy, and in one battle he routed him and drove him to his ships. Thuriae was restored to its former inhabitants, and peace was established in the Sallentine territory.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.