Routledge Sallust's Histories and Triumviral Historiography

Explore the complex political landscape of ancient Rome with Sallust's Histories and Triumviral Historiography. Part of the Routledge Studies in Ancient History series, this work examines the historiographical innovations of the first-century historian Sallust. It focuses on the fragmentary Histories, which document the chaotic years following the death of the dictator Sulla. This book provides a deep look into the violent transition from the Roman Republic to the Empire. It examines a period when Rome's political structures faced insoluble problems and social morals were in decline. Readers will gain insight into how the ruling triumvirate of Octavian, Mark Antony, and Lepidus managed the public perception of peace during a time of intense instability. Designed for students and historians of ancient civilization, this text offers a detailed analysis of how Sallust recorded the turbulent shifts in Roman power. It is an essential resource for anyone studying the history of Rome and the development of ancient historical writing.