Routledge - The Roman Empire from Severus to Constantine

Explore a transformative era of ancient history with this new edition of The Roman Empire from Severus to Constantine. Published by Routledge, this work investigates the tumultuous third century, a period defined by constant warfare, sudden conquests, and significant military losses. Patricia Southern provides a detailed examination of the anarchic era of the soldier Emperors that led up to the crisis of AD 260. Readers will follow the cycle of rebellions where Roman armies repeatedly created and eliminated various leaders. This book tracks the journey of an empire that nearly collapsed in AD 260, only to be brought back together by the end of the century, allowing the Roman world to survive for another two hundred years. This text is an essential resource for those studying ancient history, offering a clear look at how the empire navigated one of its most unstable and documented periods of transition.