The Life of Lucullus

In this engaging audiobook, Plutarch explores the life of Lucius Licinius Lucullus, a pivotal figure in Rome's military conquests and territorial expansions in the East. As Lucullus leads campaigns that dramatically reshape the empire and its public works through the acquisition of wealth, the narrative also delves into the complexities of his character, suggesting that his later-life insanity may not have been what it appeared. This historical account provides listeners with a thought-provoking look at power, ambition, and the costs of conquest.