# The Civil Wars - Hardcover

by **Appian** (Author), **Mint Editions** (Contribution by)

_The Civil Wars_ (c. 150) is a work of political and military history by Appian. Written toward the end of his career as a leading advocate in Rome, _The Civil Wars_ is comprised of books 13-17 of _The Roman History_, Appian's 24-book study of the Roman Republic and Empire. Appian's work has long been considered essential by classical scholars and historians alike, providing an effective and largely objective overview of the most turbulent period in the history of Rome. In the decades after the assassinations of the Gracchi brothers--tribunes who attempted to enact sweeping reforms in favor of the poor and veterans--the Roman Republic erupts in a series of violent civil wars. From 88-81 BC, Sullan and Marian forces waged two wars dividing the country between the Optimates--Sulla's political faction--and the Populares, controlled by Marius. In 81 BC, the victorious Sulla declared himself Dictator of the Republic, leading to a period of executions and political repression of those declared enemies of the state. Years later, in 60 BC, the First Triumvirate between Caesar, Crassus, and Pompey shifts power from the Optimates back to the Populares, creating tension between the Roman Senate and the Republic's leading generals and elected officials. As Caesar's military victories and acquisition of new territories give him increasing power and popularity, Pompey aligns himself with the Senate. In an act of stunning defiance, Caesar crosses the Rubicon with his army in 49 BC, setting off a four-year civil war that will conclude with Caesar declaring himself Dictator for life, virtually ending the Roman Republic after nearly five centuries of existence. Accessible and elegantly paced, Appian's _The Civil Wars_ is an invaluable work from one of the Roman Empire's leading historians. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Appian's _The Civil Wars_ is a classic of Roman history reimagined for modern readers.

### Back Jacket

Beginning in 133 BC, the Gracchi brothers attempt to enact sweeping reforms in the Roman Republic. In the decades following their assassination, Rome suffers a series of civil wars, first between Marius and Sulla, then between Caesar and Pompey, which shatter the Republic and make way for the Roman Empire. _The Civil Wars_ is a work of history by Appian.

**Number of Pages:** 174

**Dimensions:** 0.44 x 8 x 5 IN

**Publication Date:** February 15, 2022

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