Emperor of Rome: Ruling the Ancient Roman World by Mary Beard is an interesting, readable history of the titular dynasties between Julius Caesar and Alexander Severus. It's told thematically rather than chronologically, exploring topics like dining, travel, apotheosis, and court life. I'm a man who thinks a lot about the Roman Empire. I'd read another Beard history--SPQR--and enjoy them both. It's easy to see why Beard is the most popular current classicist: she's honest, funny, humble, and learned.
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