Augustus, Emperor of Rome, 64 BCE-14

Monumentum Ancyranum: The Deeds of Augustus - 1 online resource : multiple file formats - Translations and reprints from the original sources of European history; v. 5, no. 1 . - Translations and reprints from the original sources of European history; v. 5, no. 1 .

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Res_Gestae_Divi_Augusti Release date is 2021-10-22

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"Monumentum Ancyranum: The Deeds of Augustus" by Emperor of Rome Augustus is a monumental inscription completed in AD 14. Written in first person, Augustus chronicles his political career, public generosity, military conquests, and honors received from the Roman people. This carefully crafted self-portrait presents the emperor's version of history, where enemies remain nameless and accomplishments shine brightest. Originally engraved on bronze pillars before his mausoleum, copies spread throughout the empire, offering insight into how Rome's first emperor wished to be remembered. (This is an automatically generated summary.)



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Augustus, Emperor of Rome, 63 B.C.-14 A.D. Rome -- History -- Augustus, 30 B.C.-14 A.D. -- Sources

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