Early Roman

In this extensive sequel to Science Education in the Early Roman Empire, Dr. Richard Carrier explores the social history of scientists in the Roman era. Was science in decline or experiencing a revival under the Romans? What was an ancient scientist thought to be and do? Who were they, and who funded their research? And how did pagans differ from their Christian peers in their views toward science and scientists?

Throughout the Roman Empire cities held public speeches and lectures, had libraries, and teachers and professors in the sciences and the humanities, some subsidized by the state. There even existed something equivalent to universities, and medical and engineering schools. What were they like? What did they teach? Who got to attend them? In the first treatment of this subject ever published, Dr. Richard Carrier answers all these questions and more.

The Roman Empire was a remarkable achievement. It had a population of 60 million people spread across lands encircling the Mediterranean and stretching from northern England to the sun-baked banks of the Euphrates, and from the Rhine to the North African coast. It was, above all else, an empire of force - employing a mixture of violence, suppression, order, and tactical use of power to develop an astonishingly uniform culture. 

Volume Two of Appian's Roman History consists of his incredible chronicle of the Roman Civil War, which began in 133 B.C. with the conflict between the plebeians and the aristocracy over the attempted land reforms of the brothers Tiberius and Gaius Gracchus. Violence continues on and off for the next century, ending only in 31 B.C. with the victory of Octavius over Mark Antony at the naval battle of Actium.

Appian of Alexander was a Greek historian who lived at the height of the Roman Empire during the first half of the 2nd century AD, having been born around AD 95 and died about AD 165. Very little is known about him beyond what he reveals about himself, along with the fact that he lived in Alexandria. He was a Roman citizen and held several senior-level public offices, both in Alexandria and in Rome.

Explore the captivating history of the Roman Empire. The Roman Empire was one of the most powerful forces the world has ever seen. But this isn’t just the story of conquest or the incredible system of institutions that made it possible. This is the story of the fascinating men and women who gave the empire its characteristic charm. This is also the story of the most important people and events between two crucial events: the rise of Augustus in the first century BC and the final sack of Rome in the late fifth century AD.

Step beyond the myth of the Dark Ages and discover how Rome's spectacular fall sparked a dramatic medieval rebirth. Perfect for your daily commute or a focused evening of learning, this immersive narrative history transports you to an atmospheric era of kings, monks, and colliding empires...

Discover the Holy Roman Empire: The Empire That Shaped Modern EuropeStep into the fascinating story of the Holy Roman Empire, a powerful force that connected the old world to the new. This audiobook shows how the empire's impact is still felt today, from the battles of World War I to the ideas behind Nazi Germany. Learn about the empire's rise to power and the rulers who changed history.

Beginning with Charlemagne, the great and educated king who would serve as an inspiration for world leaders from Frederick II to Adolf Hitler, the Holy Roman Empire’s intricate ties with the Roman Catholic Church would provide for plenty of excitement and drama in its early years. However, as the empire staggered through the Middle Ages and into the Renaissance, it would eventually be forced to declare its allegiance with a new way of thinking: Protestantism.

Forge unbreakable inner peace by merging ancient Stoic philosophy with the deep grace of Christian spiritual growth. When daily anxiety and personal struggles weigh heavily on your mind, this deeply reflective audio experience offers grounding relief. Journey through the bustling Greco-Roman...

These audio lectures are a unique learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, Cultural Christians in the Early Church Audio Lectures includes high quality live-recordings of college-level lectures that cover the important points from each subject as...

Uncover the ancient history of a marginalized religious sect that defied ruthless emperors to claim the Mediterranean. Born in the chaotic political tensions of antiquity, this underdog story traces how a tiny faction within Second Temple Judaism sparked a massive cultural transformation...

Explore the epic political history of a farming village that conquered the Mediterranean before destroying itself. This immersive journey through ancient warfare and social revolution is the perfect companion for your daily commute. Follow the gripping timeline of citizen-soldiers, charismatic...

In the middle of the third century CE, one North African bishop wrote a treatise for the women of his church, exhorting them to resist such culturally normalized yet immodest behaviors in their cosmopolitan Roman city as mixed public bathing in the nude, and wearing excessive amounts of jewelry...

Experience the epic religious history of how a persecuted ancient Roman sect conquered an empire to shape modern faith. Perfect for a reflective commute or an immersive weekend listening session, this narrative sweeps across the first-century Mediterranean world to reveal the gritty, everyday...

Explore the ancient history of a mysterious lost civilization that secretly engineered the rise of the Roman Empire. Perfect for a focused commute, this captivating historical journey transports you to the ruined cities and shadowy tombs of the early Mediterranean. Discover how a wealthy...

Descend into ancient Rome’s subterranean archaeology to uncover the real history of early Christian burials and myth. This atmospheric audio journey transports armchair travelers beneath the bustling imperial capital into miles of tunnels carved from soft rock. Perfect for a reflective commute...

Experience the gripping military history of a continent-spanning religious conflict that forged modern Europe. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive narrative transports you to the tense, mistrustful heart of the Holy Roman Empire. Watch a powder keg of faith and ambition explode into...

Shatter the myths of medieval history in this immersive journey through Europe’s most misunderstood and resilient era. Perfect for an educational commute, this fascinating narrative transforms a supposedly stagnant time into a vibrant tapestry of survival and innovation. Watch ancient empires...

Unearth ancient Roman history and subterranean archaeology to explore a sprawling shadow metropolis built for the dead. Perfect for an immersive morning commute or deep focused learning, this atmospheric journey navigates the vast burial galleries that mirrored the empire above. Transition from...