Caesar by Christian Meier
The definitive modern account of Caesar's life and career. Described by James Boswell as 'the greatest man of any age', Julius Caesar is one of the most perennially fascinating figures in history. Politician and diplomat, writer and lover, and above all, a military genius, the legend of Caesar continues to spark discussion and debate. In 'Caesar', Christian Meier examines the story of the complex man within the context of the crisis of the Roman republic. He goes beyond the confines of biography to present a radical analysis of an entire political system in decline. Written specifically for a general readership, this stimulating and authoritative book is of major historical importance, reminding us that the great individual still has an undeniably significant part to play in the shaping of history.'Meier's is a compulsively readable, scholarly, imaginative, and almost poetic account' Sunday Telegraph
'A subtle and complex inquiry into the nature of politics and power in the late Republic... Meier builds up a convincing portrait of a man with a restless need for achievement but no master plan... His Caesar goes well beyond the confines of biography to present a radical analysis of a political system in decline, and the opportunities it afforded one of the most brilliant and unscrupulous individuals of all time.' Independent on Sunday
'A book of great historical importance and literary glory.' Rhein-Neckar-Zeitung
Christian Meier is Professor of Ancient History at the University of Munich. He is one of Europe's leading authorities on the late Roman Republic and is the author of 'The Greek Discovery of Politics', 'The Political Art of Greek Tragedy' and 'Caesar'.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780002551632 |
| ISBN 10 | 0002551632 |
| Title | Caesar |
| Author | Christian Meier |
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| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers |
| Year published | 1995-08-24 |
| Number of pages | 580 |
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