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Goldsworthy's magnificent biography places Caesar in the context of the Roman world and shows why we return to the great man. (Toby Clements Telegraph )
Allan Massie, DAILY TELEGRAPH
'This admirable biography... is so lucid, so comprehensive and so balanced...'
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66 of 67 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Adrian Goldsworthy is known to me as a writer of exceptional ability, especially when covering complex subjects. In this biography, he ambitiously attempts to cover Caesar the politician, Caesar the General and as much of Caesar the man that's available to history (sadly, very little). Many biographies concentrate on his military campaigns at the expense of his political aspect (a big mistake, as the two are indivisible), or vice versa. It was a gamble, but Goldsworthy more than suceeds. If you've never read a biography of Caesar before, start with this one - but that doesn't mean he neglects the scholarly aspects. He's not afraid to lay out to the reader the historical controversies that still swirl about Caesar, just as they did when he was alive.
Goldsworthy has the ability to make a complex subject appear both clear and simple, and a highly engaging writing style. I hope he goes on to cover Sulla, Marius, Pompeius and Cicero: or perhaps even older Roman characters. I hope I'll have the opportunity to buy many more of his books. I grew up when narrative history had fallen out of fashion. I'm so glad people have realised that history can be written this way, without sacrificing any academic integrity. Buy this book and you won't be disappointed!
Goldsworthy has the ability to make a complex subject appear both clear and simple, and a highly engaging writing style. I hope he goes on to cover Sulla, Marius, Pompeius and Cicero: or perhaps even older Roman characters. I hope I'll have the opportunity to buy many more of his books. I grew up when narrative history had fallen out of fashion. I'm so glad people have realised that history can be written this way, without sacrificing any academic integrity. Buy this book and you won't be disappointed!
32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Adrian Goldsworthy's latest book, "Caesar", is another one of those great books that you cannot afford to miss this year. Following on from his excellent run of books; "The Punic Wars" and "In The Name of Rome", this new title is a great addition to anyone's library.
The tale of Julius Caesar has been told before many times but I doubt as well as this in recent times. The research and story telling is exceptional. I found the book easy to read although it is quite detailed in regards to the political and social events and background that made up Rome during Caesar's period.
The accounts of Caesar's military campaigns were well told and presented with a number of basic maps to assist the reader in following the action. The author presented the facts covering Caesar's life in an un-biased way and left it to the reader to make up his own mind in regards to those controversial events in Caesar's life.
The book is about 520 pages in narrative text along with a number of black & white photographs and maps. Overall this is a good book and I am sure anyone who has an interest or passion for this period of history or for Julius Caesar will enjoy this book immensely.
The tale of Julius Caesar has been told before many times but I doubt as well as this in recent times. The research and story telling is exceptional. I found the book easy to read although it is quite detailed in regards to the political and social events and background that made up Rome during Caesar's period.
The accounts of Caesar's military campaigns were well told and presented with a number of basic maps to assist the reader in following the action. The author presented the facts covering Caesar's life in an un-biased way and left it to the reader to make up his own mind in regards to those controversial events in Caesar's life.
The book is about 520 pages in narrative text along with a number of black & white photographs and maps. Overall this is a good book and I am sure anyone who has an interest or passion for this period of history or for Julius Caesar will enjoy this book immensely.
43 of 45 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Adrian Goldsworthy has produced a gripping history of one of the most colourful men to emerge from the classical world and indeed throughout history. The book traces Caesar's life from his early year and his exploits as a young man through his political and military career and of course his infamous death on the Ides of March 44BC.
Goldsworthy, a scholar of ancient warfare has detailed the military campaigns of Caesars proconsular command in Gaul with great clarity. There is an abundance of maps, which, unfortunately, are conspicuously absent in many books. There are several pages of b/w photographs of busts, coins and Rome etc. The complexities of Roman politics are handled by the author with ease, making this book a great read, enthusiast or not.
Goldsworthy, a scholar of ancient warfare has detailed the military campaigns of Caesars proconsular command in Gaul with great clarity. There is an abundance of maps, which, unfortunately, are conspicuously absent in many books. There are several pages of b/w photographs of busts, coins and Rome etc. The complexities of Roman politics are handled by the author with ease, making this book a great read, enthusiast or not.
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Great Reading
It took me a long time to read this book and it was worth it. I am not very much enthusiastic with very long books since I tend to get bored BUT this was not the case. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Luis Mansilla Miranda
Vini vidi vici
Goldsworthy has conquered with this book. Great book that covers all aspects of caesars life. If you only read one book on Caesar make it this one, all others pale in comparison. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. R. S. Cuthbertson
Utterly mind blowing
I bought this book after reading 'Ancient Rome: The Rise and Fall of an Empire' as I wanted to look at a more specific area of Roman History and the most famous Roman of them all... Read more
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Nice summer read
I read this over a week off during the summer and it is, it can be said, an atmospheric and readable history of Julius Caeser and his period. Read more
Published 10 months ago by D. J. Andrews
absolutely first rate critical bio, in full context, from the evidence
This is one of the best biographies I have ever read, from the first Roman period that offered the richest assortment of literary sources and archeological evidence. Read more
Published 13 months ago by rob crawford
Amazing book without a doubt
I love this book, it is absolutely brilliant and a very big help to me! as a roman boffin and author this book is great. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Tis Holiness
What a piece of work...
Having read the complete 'Masters of Rome' series by Colleen McCollough and the Conn Iggulden 'Emperor' series, I became fascinated with the character Caesar. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Mr N Pacquette
Good descriptions but a little dry
I bought this book to learn a little more about Caesar, having just read "Cleopatra" by M George. Having fully enjoyed the Cleopatra story, I found this to be a little dry,... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Cymro Cymraeg
Not to be missed
The author presents not only a comprehensive and balanced view of Julius Caesar, but also draws us into daily life within the Roman Empire. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Len55
What's There Not To Like About This Caesar?
What's there not to like about Adrian Goldsworthy's Caesar? First, it's too long and his editor should have been a tad more liberal with the Delete button. Read more
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