Blood in the Forum

"Blood in the Forum" explores a pivotal period in the decline of the Roman Republic, highlighting how political violence and shifting allegiances transformed its institutions. Through key events and figures, the book examines the breakdown of Rome’s traditional habits of power and the rise of military influence over politics. It offers a nuanced, source-based analysis of the internal conflicts that ultimately led to the fall of the Republic, providing insight into a turbulent chapter of Roman history for both casual readers and history enthusiasts.