Rome

Best history books on Rome as a whole? I'd prefer a fairly brief overview (300-600pgs) with good, even archaic prose. Or just recommend anything Rome related and post charts

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Rome by Robert Hughes

Gibbons rise and fall of the Roman empire is the classic. I also recommend Rubicon and Dynasty by Tom Holland. SPQR by Mary Beard is a popular contemporary overview (wich I havent read yet). Definitely check out The history of Rome podcast too.

HBO's rome is shit. Dont go there

I agree, its not even enjoyable. First two seasons of Spartacus are way more fun.

Love how you recommended Gibbon while posting that image

thoughts on Goldsworthy?

Start with the Mommsen.

Livy from the founding