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The Catilinarian Conspiracy in Its Context: A Re-Study of the Evidence

The Catilinarian Conspiracy in Its Context: A Re-Study of the Evidence

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Ancient RomeGeneral Political ScienceItalian History

ISBN10: 1025500121
ISBN13: 9781025500126
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 130
Weight: 0.80
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Catilinarian Conspiracy in Its Context: A Re-Study of the Evidence is a meticulous examination of one of the most significant political crises in the history of the late Roman Republic. Ernest George Hardy provides a rigorous analysis of the events surrounding Lucius Sergius Catilina's attempted coup and the subsequent response led by the consul Marcus Tullius Cicero. Unlike more sensationalized accounts, this work seeks to place the conspiracy within its broader social and political environment, re-evaluating the primary evidence to distinguish historical fact from contemporary political rhetoric.

The text explores the motivations of the conspirators, the economic instability of the era, and the complex legal and constitutional questions raised by the execution of the conspirators without trial. By scrutinizing the primary sources, including the writings of Cicero and Sallust, Hardy offers a balanced perspective on the internal tensions that threatened the stability of Rome. This study is a vital resource for scholars of ancient history, providing deep insights into the power struggles and systemic failures that characterized the twilight of the Republic.

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