02553cam a22003373u 4500 66609 UtSlPG 20260610134534.0 m cr n 260607r2021||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 03014564 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DG Shuckburgh, Evelyn S. (Evelyn Shirley), 1843-1906 Augustus: The Life and Times of the Founder of the Roman Empire Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2021-10-25 Wouter Franssen and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Augustus: The Life and Times of the Founder of the Roman Empire" by E. S. Shuckburgh is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and political rise of Augustus, the first Roman Emperor, exploring his pivotal role in establishing and stabilizing the Roman Empire after a period of civil strife and uncertainty. It delves into his achievements, challenges, and the legacy he left, offering insight into the historical context that shaped his governance. The opening of the work introduces Augustus, originally named Gaius Octavius, spotlighting his early life beginning with his birth amidst political turmoil in Rome. It highlights his lineage, family background, and the prophecies surrounding his birth that hinted at his destined greatness. Shuckburgh outlines the chaotic state of Rome during his youth, detailing the milestones in Octavius's early years, including connections to key historical figures like Julius Caesar, and sets the stage for the transformative journey he would embark upon as he navigated through the instability surrounding Caesar's assassination and the ensuing power struggles. This initial exploration establishes a nuanced view of Augustus not just as a ruler, but as a product of his tumultuous environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Emperors -- Rome -- Biography Rome -- History -- Augustus, 30 B.C.-14 A.D. Augustus, Emperor of Rome, 63 B.C.-14 A.D. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/66609 107431 107431