This history book by Kenelm Digby Best charts the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. Best's engaging writing style and comprehensive approach make this book an ideal introduction to the subject for students and casual readers alike. From the Punic Wars to the fall of the Western Empire, this book covers all the key events and figures of the Roman era, and considers the lasting legacy of the empire on Western civilization.

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