Augustus

Augustus Rome''s first emperor is one of the great figures of world history and one of the most fascinating. In this lively and concise biography Karl Galinsky examines Augustus'' life from childhood to deification. He chronicles the mosaic of vicissitudes challenges setbacks and successes that shaped Augustus'' life both public and private. How did he use his power? How did he manage to keep reinventing himself? What kind of man was he? A transformative leader Augustus engineered profound change in Rome and throughout the Mediterranean world. No one would have expected such vast achievements from the frail and little-known eighteen-year-old who became Caesar''s heir amid turmoil and crisis. A mere thirteen years later after defeating Antony and Cleopatra he had in his words power over all things.