Septimius Severus
Publisher
:
Payot
Parution date
:
2000
EAN
:
9782228893367
Description
Considered a cruel and authoritarian prince, an aggressive warrior accused of absolutism, Septimius Severus (145-211 AD) nonetheless managed to restore Rome’s grandeur by extending its borders, revitalizing the military, and imposing necessary reforms in favor of the provinces. Examining this ambitious figure with the closest eye, the author brings to light some of the positive aspects of his reign, picking apart many of the past criticisms of the North African-born Roman emperor.
Author
Anne Daguet-Gagey : Historian of Ancient Rome, Anne Daguet-Gagey teaches at the University of Paris-Saint-Denis and l’Insitut Catholique.
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