Augustus: First Emperor of Rome

Caesar: The Life of Augustus by Adrian Goldsworthy is a captivating biography that delves into the life of one of history's most fascinating figures, Augustus Caesar.

This comprehensive and engaging book provides an in-depth look at Augustus's rise to power, his political maneuvering, and his legacy as Rome's first emperor.

Goldsworthy's expertise shines through in his ability to pinpoint the man behind the myths, revealing a consummate manipulator, propagandist, and showman who was both generous and ruthless.

With exciting unpredictability, Augustus's life unfolded over the next half century, as he reinvented himself as a servant of the state and created a new system of government - the Principate.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Rome, political history, or the story of one of history's most fascinating figures.