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The Roman Empire of the Second Century: Or The Age of Antonines is a historical book written by William Wolfe Capes and published in 1897. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Roman Empire during the second century, which is often referred to as the Age of Antonines. The book covers the period from the reign of Nerva in AD 96 to the death of Marcus Aurelius in AD 180.Capes offers a detailed analysis of the political, social, economic, and cultural developments during this period. He examines the reigns of the five emperors who ruled during this time, including Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, Antoninus Pius, and Marcus Aurelius. The book also discusses the military campaigns and conquests of the Roman Empire during this time, including the wars against the Parthians and the Germanic tribes.In addition to the political and military history, Capes also delves into the social and cultural aspects of the Roman Empire during the second century. He discusses the role of women, slavery, and religion in Roman society. The book also covers the literary and artistic achievements of the period, including the works of writers such as Tacitus and Pliny the Younger, and the architectural accomplishments, such as the construction of the Pantheon.Overall, The Roman Empire of the Second Century: Or The Age of Antonines is a comprehensive and well-researched book that provides a detailed account of one of the most important periods in Roman history. It is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of the Roman Empire.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.
