Pax: War and Peace in Rome's Golden Age

by Tom Holland

Book Overview

From a "remarkably gifted historian" (New York Times), the definitive account of the golden age of Rome -- an ultimate superpower at the pinnacle of its greatness

The Pax Romana has long been shorthand for the empire's golden age. Stretching from Caledonia to Arabia, Rome ruled over a quarter of the world's population. It was the wealthiest and most formidable state in the history of humankind.

Pax is a captivating...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0465093531
• ISBN13: 9780465093533
• Release Date: September 2023
• Publisher: Basic Books
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 1.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.3" x 9.5"