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Pompey the Great: Conqueror of the East, Power Lost in the West

A rising star at twenty-five, Pompey the...

Swords at the Threshold: How the Praetorian Guard Made and Unmade Emperors

From Augustus to Constantine, the Praetorian Guard evolved from imperial protectors into kingmakers—policing Rome and wielding military force to decide succession.

Unraveling Ancient Roman Humor: Jokes, Satire, and Social Commentary

Explore ancient Roman humor, from jokes and satire to social commentary, and its lasting impact on modern comedy.

Roman Animal Fights Beyond the Colosseum: Ethics, Spectacle, and Social Control

Explore the ethics, spectacle, and social control behind Roman animal fights beyond the Colosseum's famous arena.