Pox Romana

Narrated by Cassandra Campbell, this audiobook offers a detailed and engaging account of the Antonine plague, a mysterious disease that struck the Roman Empire during its height. Historian Colin Elliott examines how the pandemic exposed underlying vulnerabilities within Rome’s economy, military, and society, suggesting it played a pivotal role in the empire's subsequent decline. Through a comprehensive exploration of the outbreak's history and its broader implications, the narrative highlights how this ancient pandemic may have shaped the course of Roman history.