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Caesar : life of a colossus

by Adrian Goldsworthy

This biography examines the life of Julius Caesar, detailing his career as a military leader, orator, and dictator. It explores his political ascent from high priest and rebel, placing his legacy within the social context of first-century BC Rome.

Accession 2527 ISBN 9780300120486 Publisher Yale University Press
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