The Romans

Edward J. Watts’ "The Romans" offers a comprehensive and engaging account of one of history’s most enduring civilizations, tracing its remarkable survival through civil wars, invasions, and upheavals from ancient Rome to Byzantium. Covering key events, influential figures, and diverse populations, the book provides an expansive portrait of Rome’s resilience and transformation over more than two thousand years. It is a definitive history that explores the many facets of a civilization that continually adapted and thrived.