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The Storm Before the Storm
- The Beginning of the End of the Roman Republic
- Narrated by: Mike Duncan
- Length: 10 hrs and 13 mins
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The Storm Before the Storm
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Publisher's Summary
The creator of the massively popular, award-winning podcast series The History of Rome brings to life the story of the tumultuous years that set the stage for the fall of the Roman Republic.
The Roman Republic was one of the most remarkable achievements in the history of civilization. After its founding in 509 BCE, the Romans refused to allow a single leader to seize control of the state and grab absolute power. The Roman commitment to cooperative government and peaceful transfers of power was unmatched in the history of the ancient world.
But by the year 133 BCE, the republican system was unable to cope with the vast empire Rome now ruled. Almost as soon as they had conquered the Mediterranean, Rome became engulfed in violent political conflicts and civil wars that would destroy the Republic less than a century later.
Chronicling the years 133-80 BCE, The Storm Before the Storm is a rollicking deep dive into the bloody battles, political machinations, and human drama that defined a dangerous new political environment - a stark warning for modern listeners about what happens to a civilization driven by increasing economic inequality, political polarization, and ruthless ambition.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
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- Kindle Customer
- 27-02-2018
Another Mike Duncan book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Exceptionally well researched, presented in a engaging method. Highly anticipating the next Mike Duncan book
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- Anonymous User
- 25-07-2021
A fantastic history of the end of Republican Rome
I love this book and could not stop listening! Highly recommend buying this book!
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- Nic
- 21-06-2018
Mike Duncan was born to do this!
What a great story about how we went from a republic to an empire. Mike Duncan is fantastic on the audio.
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- John Shoemark
- 17-05-2019
Excellent analysis of the end of the Roman Republi
Mike can always be relied on to present history in an exciting and engaging manner. This is no exception. I thoroughly enjoyed it, particularly the use of classical quotations and background analysis.
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- BR
- 26-12-2017
Excellent audiobook for fans of The History of a Rome
The Storm Before the Storm is a well-researched book about the precursor generations prior to the fall of the Roman Republic. Well worth a listen to fans of The History of Rome podcast.
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- Amazon Customer
- 16-04-2022
How little the world has changed
Really interesting book and great reader. Heavy subject but that is how history goes. I found this all very fascinating.
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- Jon
- 31-01-2020
Outstanding
Great story from a great story teller. Mike Duncan best in the business and can’t wait for more to come
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- Anonymous User
- 22-07-2020
Do your homework
Incredible way to cap off listening to The history of rome podcast. Phenomenal job by Mike Duncan, he has been the inspiration to my journey into learning about Ancient Rome
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- Anonymous User
- 27-02-2021
Amazing, but felt rushed at the end.
I thoroughly enjoyed listening and learning, but felt that it was really rushed once Sulla died. Literally 5 minutes for Julius and Augustus, and then the book is over.
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- Tomas
- 27-01-2018
excellent narrative
a great story, superbly delivered by Mike, well known for his history of Rome podcast. Goes into good depth and follows well the characters and forces that drove the republic to ruin.
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