Domina

In this engaging history, scholar Guy de la Bédoyère explores the influential Julio-Claudian women whose ambition and bloodlines played a crucial role in shaping the early Roman Empire, despite the era's male-centric narrative. Figures like Livia, Octavia, and Agrippina emerge as pivotal characters behind the throne, demonstrating the intricate interplay of power and gender. Drawing on ancient Roman accounts, this work offers a fresh perspective on a familiar historical period, appealing to fans of dynastic tales and power dynamics.