02310cam a22003253u 4500 34025 UtSlPG 20260610133757.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 23005770 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DG Hamilton, Mary Agnes, 1884-1966 Ancient Rome: The Lives of Great Men Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-10-03 Produced by Louise Hope, D Alexander, Juliet Sutherland, Håkon Hope and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Ancient Rome: The Lives of Great Men" by Mary Agnes Hamilton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores pivotal figures in Roman history, highlighting their contributions, virtues, and flaws that molded the Roman character and society. By focusing on iconic personalities such as Brutus, Caesar, and Cicero, the book delves into the complexities of leadership and the moral dilemmas faced by these "great men." The opening portion introduces the reader to the grandeur and complexity of ancient Rome, setting a stage where the city is depicted as a hub of civilization amid a world largely characterized by savagery. Hamilton emphasizes the virtues and faults of Roman character, discussing how these qualities influenced their governance and military prowess. The narrative touches upon key themes, such as duty to the republic and the consequences of pride and ambition, while laying the groundwork for the exploration of historical heroes and events that shaped Rome’s rise and fall. It also hints at the ongoing struggle between ideals and the harsh realities of power, setting the tone for the stories of legendary figures to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Rome -- History -- Juvenile literature Rome -- Biography -- Juvenile literature https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34025 74871 74871