Livia

The first English-language biography of Livia (58 BC-AD 29), wife of Augustus and mother of Tiberius, delves into the life of one of Rome's most influential and controversial women. This scholarly work chronicles her extraordinary life and explores her groundbreaking, often contentious, role in imperial politics, which she dominated for decades. Challenging the enduring perception of Livia as a manipulative murderess, this study offers an engaging and factual re-evaluation. While comprehensive, the initial sections provide an accessible account for general readers.

Archival Categorization Notes

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