First Man in Rome - Tapa dura

Fine copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Provenance: From the library of Eric George Hatfield Moody with his personalized bookplate to front free endpaper. Previous owner's illustrations tipped-in to front prelims. ; 811 pages; Physical description.: xvi, 811 p. : ill., maps, plans ; 24 cm. Summary: Marius marries Julius Ceasar's aunt, Julia, thereby gaining an entry for himself into the world of nobility. The North African war of this time establishes Marius' military reputation and that of his rival, Sulla, and also implants in both men the dream of becoming the first man in Rome. Subject: Rome -- History -- Italy -- Power.