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Julius Caesar : the people's dictator / Luciano Canfora ; translated from the Italian by Marian Hill and Kevin Windle

This study provides a detailed interpretation of Julius Caesar, examining his political impact and the psychological complexities of his character. Forty-two chronological studies analyse his role in the Romanisation of Europe and the events leading to his assassination.
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