Ancient Biography

When it came to Athens and their leaders, few were as influential as the politician and Stratego Nicias. In Plutarch’s Parallel Lives, he documents the Peloponnesian War and other great achievements of the time through the life of Nicias. Most importantly, he helped negotiate peace after a decades-long war, which made him popular after an unsuccessful start in politics. However, after many years of political truces and actions, his life took a turn for the worse.

Auf dem Höhepunkt der Kämpfe zwischen dem römischen Heer und den aufständischen Sklaven unter Führung des Spartacus (gest. 71 v. Chr.) kommt es zu einer Schlacht, die von den Legionen gewonnen wird. Der römische Feldherr fordert die gefangengenommenen Sklaven auf, ihren Anführer auszuliefern. Spartacus erhebt sich und ruft: "Ich bin Spartacus!" - doch dann rufen auch andere: "Ich bin Spartacus!" bis schließlich Tausende Gefangene einstimmen.

Alexander the Great, world conqueror: Life and works in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43 BC) was one of the most famous Romans in his day, and posterity has been even kinder to him. Cicero was a legend in his own time for his oratory abilities, but he was also one of Rome’s most prodigious writers and political philosophers. History for Kids: An Illustrated Biography of Cicero for Children chronicles the life, work, and legacy of the famous Roman politician and philosopher.

Here we find a history of a historian, the great Roman statesman Cato who was one of the few who resisted the Hellenization brought about by Alexander the Great. A man of many talents, he soon garnered the title of "Cato the Wise" and carried out every job from treasurer to military leader. Witness his valiant fight for Roman culture and customs in the face of enroaching outside influence.

When it comes to ancient history, there are some names that will never be forgotten, and Alexander the Great is, without doubt, a perfect example of this timeless phenomenon. But beyond his rather illustrious title, few people could tell you very much more about Alexander, except, perhaps, that he was rather partial to conquering, had an amazing horse, and died very young.

L'Imperatore romano Nerone è associato principalmente alla nefasta catastrofe che lui stesso provocò: il grave incendio che divorò Roma Antica nel 64 d.C. Ma chi era davvero Nerone? Questo saggio storico ripercorre la vita dello spietato despota, mostrandone però anche il lato meno noto: vittima, da un lato, di una psiche disturbata che lo spinse a uccidere la sua stessa madre, fu dall'altro anche uomo pronto a schierarsi dalla parte del popolo. E sono state proprio le sue eroiche gesta a cambiare per sempre il corso della storia.

Many are the exploits of Rome's emperors, but few were as infamous as Caligula. His reign was short, just fewer than four years. During that time he wallowed in depravity and lunacy. He came to power with the full backing of the people, but little did they know he would inspire their hatred soon into his reign. Caligula is a fascinating character because he was so complex.

Le fonti antiche hanno tramandato la sua stravaganza, eccentricità e depravazione, facendo giungere fino ai nostri giorni l’immagine di un despota completamente folle. Caligola incarna l’emblema del sovrano assoluto al quale è concesso tutto: beveva perle sciolte nel vino e mangiava pietanze ricoperte d’oro, elesse console il suo cavallo, si faceva adorare come una divinità in terra, aveva potere di vita e di morte su chiunque non gli andasse a genio.

Explore the riveting story of Mark Antony, a military commander, political leader, and passionate lover whose life intertwined with some of the most significant figures of his time and whose actions helped shape the course of Roman history. Mark Antony was a figure of immense charisma, strategic brilliance, and complex motivations. This book delves deep into Antony's life, exploring his strategic mind, leadership style, and influential relationships. From his early days in Rome to his dramatic end alongside Cleopatra, Antony's journey is a testament to the powerful interplay of ambition, ...

How often do you write or read? Do you live in or near a city? Writing and cities both began in ancient Mesopotamia. Six thousand years ago, the ancient Mesopotamians created tools and treasures that still shape our lives. Find out where the ancient Mesopotamians lived, what their lives were like, and what happened to them. Discover how they changed the world!

Una originale biografia della regina egizia Cleopatra che riuscì a diventare un personaggio storico e letterario grazie alla sua intelligenza e alle sue doti personali di donna dal grande fascino e astuzia.

Nero ranks among the very worst of the caesars. He is a figure so hated that in many ancient Christian traditions, he is literally - without hyperbole - considered the Antichrist. He was the man who famously "fiddled while Rome burned" and his economic policies, according to many historians, virtually bankrupted Rome. Nero was an inveterate lecher, a murderous tyrant who showed little compunction in murdering his mother, and he liked to use Christian martyrs as sources of illumination by burning them alive at night.

Iphicrates was one of the first truly respect military tacticians in the ancient world. His skillful planning for battle was respected even by enemies, and he is one of the few Greek generals who managed to live a good life. Brought not too high or low by fate or fortune, his life is an interesting dive into how skill and dedication can pay off in any time.

Eumenes lived in the shadows of conquerers - Philip and Alexander the Great - until he rose up to claim his own title. He was one of the many who grappled for power in the wake of Alexander's sudden death. Dive into his life and the machinations behind the thrones of ancient Greece and Egypt. Will Eumenes be victorious, claiming a crown of his own, or will he fall prey to the wiles of others?

Nerone è uno degli imperatori romani più noti al grande pubblico. Accusato fin dai tempi antichi di essere il responsabile del grande incendio che devastò Roma nel 64 d.C., nel corso dei secoli è diventato uno dei personaggi più negativi della storia: assassino sanguinario, esteta volubile, uomo assetato di potere, schiavo delle passioni, schiacciato dal peso di una madre troppo opprimente... Gli storici cristiani arrivarono perfino a descriverlo come l'Anticristo. Ma siamo sicuri che le cose siano andate così? Cosa sappiamo davvero di Nerone oggi al di là degli stereotipi?

Genghis Khan was the Mongol emperor who has expanded his region to the biggest empire on the face of the Earth ever. His empire stretched from East Asia all the way to various European countries, the Middle East, and beyond. You will learn more about his early life, his relationships, marriage, families and children, his attacks, his unification of the Mongolian Federations, his death, succession, and the continuing of the Mongolian Empire after his death.

Possibly the most important man of antiquity, and even all of history, was Julius Caesar. Alexander Hamilton, the famous American patriot, once remarked that "the greatest man who ever lived was Julius Caesar". Such a tribute, coming from one of the Founding Fathers of the quintessential modern democracy in reference to a man who destroyed the Roman Republic, is testament to the enduring mark that Caesar left upon the world.

Pericles was a statesmen, general, and speaker during the Golden Age of Athens. His impact on the city-state would be so great that Thucydides, an honored historian, would refer to him as the city's First Citizen. In what would be titled the "Age of Pericles", he would turn the Delian League from an alliance to an Athenian Empire and foster the arts and sciences within his country more than any leader had before him. He is responsible for starting the great projects of Athens, like the Acropolis and Parthenon, which can still be seen in their glory today.

Alongside Plato, Aristotle is, without question, one of the most influential ancient Greek philosophers and arguably the greatest icon of ancient thought. His life and work expanded rapidly and extensively across the ancient world, helped in part by the fact he tutored Alexander the Great. He was a recognized and celebrated intellectual force during all of antiquity and the Middle Ages. Furthermore, after Aristotle, Greek thought and political influence began a rapid decline.