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Cassius Dio: Ancients in Action - A History of the Roman Republic in Ancient Voices

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Cassius Dio's Roman History is one of the most important sources for our understanding of the Roman Republic. Written in the early 3rd century AD, it is a comprehensive and detailed account of Roman history from its legendary origins to the reign of Dio's contemporary, Severus Alexander.

Cassius Dio (Ancients in Action)

by Ruby Winter

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Language	:	English
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Dio's history is particularly valuable because it is written from a Roman perspective. Dio was a Roman senator and consul, and he had access to the best sources of information available. He also had a deep understanding of Roman culture and politics, which makes his history an invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding the ancient Roman world.

Dio's history is divided into 80 books, of which only 36 survive. The surviving books cover the period from 69 BC to 229 AD. Dio's history is a treasure trove of information about Roman history, and it has been used by historians for centuries to reconstruct the events of the Roman Republic.

One of the most striking things about Dio's history is its vividness. Dio brings the characters and events of Roman history to life, and he gives us a real sense of what it was like to live in the ancient Roman world.

For example, in his account of the assassination of Julius Caesar, Dio describes the scene in the Senate as Caesar was stabbed to death. He writes: "Caesar, seeing them all rushing upon him with drawn swords, pulled his toga over his head and sank down, veiling his face. And as they kept stabbing him, he made no resistance, but merely drew his toga over his head and submitted to his fate."

Dio's account is full of vivid details that help us to understand the events of that day and the emotions of the people involved. He shows us Caesar's fear and vulnerability as he is attacked, and he conveys the sense of chaos and violence that must have reigned in the Senate.

Dio's history is also a valuable source of information about the political and social institutions of the Roman Republic. He provides detailed descriptions of the Roman Senate, the Roman army, and the Roman legal system.

For example, in his account of the Roman army, Dio describes the different types of units that made up the army and the way in which they were organized. He also provides information about the training and discipline of the Roman soldiers.

Dio's history is a rich and complex work that has been used by historians for centuries to understand the Roman Republic. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Rome, and it is still read and studied today by scholars and students alike.

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Cassius Dio (Ancients in Action)

by Ruby Winter

4 out of 5