The Roman History of Ammianus Marcellinus

In "The Roman History of Ammianus Marcellinus," the author delivers a comprehensive chronicle of Roman history from the reign of Nerva (96 CE) to the death of Valens at the Battle of Adrianople in 378 CE. This monumental work, characterized by its rich, classical prose and meticulous attention to detail, exposes the complexities of Roman political and military life while also reflecting on cultura...