Augustus
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Augustus as Pontifex Maximus PD Courtesy of Marie-Lan Nguyen |
by Adrian Dorrington
The Pax Romana that was discussed earlier, was Augustus's main ideal for a secure and prosperous Rome and her empire. Securing her boundaries was also his policy. Both ancient and modern writers have varied in their assessments of Augustus. Some have condemned his ruthless quest for power, especially his part in the proscriptions at the time of the Triumvirate. Others, including the staunch Republican supporter Tacitus, have admitted his good points as a ruler. Modern scholars sometimes criticise his unscrupulous methods and authoritarian style of rule, but they usually recognise his achievements in establishing an efficient administration and a stable government, and in bringing security and prosperity to the Roman Empire.7
7 Microsoft Corporation (2000) Encarta Encyclopaedia 2000. "Augustus" p.2.
Bibliography
M. Grant, (1996) "The Twelve Caesars." London; Orion Publishing.
M. Grant, (1996) "The Roman Emperors." London; Orion Publishing.
Cassius Dio "The Roman History, the Reign of Augustus." Penguin Classics (1987).
Lewis, R, B. (1999) "Micropedia: Great Civilisations." Bath, United Kingdom. Parragon Publishing.
Microsoft Corporation (2000) Encarta Encyclopaedia 2000, "Augustus."
M. Cary and H. H. Scullard, "A History of Rome down to the reign of Constantine" (1974, London).
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