Description
1927 edition. Cover background is different than pictured, with a dark purple background with gold text and a black spine. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This 1927 edition of “Julius Caesar & The Grandeur That Was Rome” by Victor Thaddeus is a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of history’s most influential figures and the empire he helped shape. Published just a few decades after the groundbreaking archaeological discoveries at Pompeii and Herculaneum, this work reflects the renewed interest in classical antiquity during the early 20th century. Thaddeus, a respected historian and classicist, brings a depth of knowledge to his portrayal of Caesar’s military campaigns, political maneuverings, and personal life. While some of the historical interpretations may be dated, the book remains a valuable primary source from a time when the study of ancient Rome was undergoing a renaissance. Collectors will appreciate the striking purple and gold cover design, evocative of the grandeur of the Roman Empire, as well as the solid binding that has preserved the clean interior pages over nearly a century.
