Augustus: the first emperor

Caesar Augustus (63 BC–AD 14) is considered one of the most influential rulers who ever lived. His rise to power began with the assassination of Julius Caesar—his great-uncle and adoptive father—and culminated in the titanic battle with Mark Antony and his mistress Cleopatra.

In this fascinating biography, Anthony Everitt paints a vivid picture of Augustus, and of Rome at the turn of the era, bringing the Romans to life in all their sensuality, political ambition and murderous glory.