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Augustus

A Captivating Guide to the First Emperor of Rome and How He Ruled the Roman Empire

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Augustus

By: Captivating History
Narrated by: Colin Fluxman
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If you want to discover the captivating life of Augustus, then pay attention...

The life of Augustus is historically important because his leadership marked out a new era in the story of the Roman world - an era that would see the expansion of the Roman Empire across the Mediterranean and beyond. However, the influence of the Roman Empire extended much farther than its territory and had a profound effect on the development of Western culture.

Moreover, the stories and legends that emanate from the Roman world have become part of the cultural consciousness of the Western world today. Our fascination with the Roman world is boundless. There are thousands of movies, books, plays, and video games that are inspired by ancient Rome. The stories of the lives of great Romans have, in turn, become stories and ideas that have been taken up by everyone, from Shakespeare to the Star Wars franchise.

What is absolutely fascinating about the story of Augustus is the way that he masterminded his ascent to power: by leading people to believe that power was the last thing he wanted, so that, as a leader, he was willingly accepted - and often demanded - by the people. At the same time, he also proved indispensable to the Senate, whose job it was to check his power.

In Augustus: A Captivating Guide to the First Emperor of Rome and How He Ruled the Roman Empire, you will discover chapters such as:

  • Rome
  • The Early Years
  • Early Career
  • Caesar’s Son
  • The Road to Actium
  • Augustus
  • The Birth of an Empire
  • Imperator
  • Death and Legacy
  • And much, much more!

So, if you want to learn more about Augustus, scroll up and click the "buy now" button!

©2019 Captivating History (P)2020 Captivating History
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The voice od Augustus is delivered by all characters,...but Augustus. A wonderfully written letter novel based on fictional and real-time results. elegant voices.

A stunning achievement that delights as much as it

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You may believe you know the story of the first Roman Emperor, but this is a very fresh and unique take on the most successful Roman leader, told by created letters and records. This provides the broadly historical story a compelling clarity and personal depth.

First Emperor of Rome and his Rule

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Augustus regarded as one of the greatest men of the ancient world! He reformed government , military, public works and quality of life for the Romans and was the start of the Roman Empire!

I highly recommend

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A lot of social insertion about the man who protected the Roman Republic from death by chaos. A fine AUDIObook, IMHO.

Great information!

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The audiobook is a careful accounting of the life of Augustus from his late teens, when he was used by Julius Caesar, to his death. It surely gives a knowledge of the circumstances in his fast rise to power, how his way to leadership changed once he had achieved power, and the legacy he left his followers.

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