The History of Rome, Books 09 to 26 by Livy (original) (raw)

"The History of Rome, Books 09 to 26" by Livy is a monumental history written in Latin between 27 and 9 BC. This section chronicles Rome's expansion through brutal wars with neighboring peoples and Carthage's legendary general Hannibal. From conflicts with the Samnites and Etruscans to the catastrophic Second Punic War, Livy documents Rome's transformation from regional power to Mediterranean empire. These books capture pivotal battles, political upheavals, and the resilience of a republic fighting for survival and dominance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) ... Read More Show Less