The Provinces of the Roman Empire, from Caesar to Diocletian. v. 1

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Mommsen, Theodor, 1817-1903

Contributor:

Kiepert, Heinrich, 1818-1899

Dickson, William P. (William Purdie), 1823-1901.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Provinces of the Roman Empire, from Caesar to Diocletian" by Theodor Mommsen is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the development and administration of the Roman provinces during the imperial period, specifically from the time of Julius Caesar to the reign of Diocletian. The book aims to provide a comprehensive survey of how Roman governance affected various regions, influencing socio-political dynamics and cultural integration across the vast expanse of the Empire. The opening of the text sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the complexities of governance in the provinces with a focus on the northern frontier of Italy and the challenges faced by Roman authorities. Mommsen outlines the military and political measures undertaken after Caesar's era, framing the historical narrative in the context of expanding Roman influence and establishing order in newly acquired territories. The narrative emphasizes the tension between local tribes and the imperial administration, showcasing both the triumphs and the struggles of the Roman state in maintaining control while facilitating cultural integration within the diverse population of the Empire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Melissa McDaniel, Brian Wilcox and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2015-05-15