The Long Year, A.D. 69 by Kenneth Wellesley

The Long Year, A.D. 69 by Kenneth Wellesley describes the year of the 4 Emperors in Rome. This took place after Nero's suicide [68 AD]. The 4 Emperors were Galba, Otho, Vitellius, and Vespasian. The reasons Why they achieved their status and how they were eventually overthrown except of course for Vespasian. The author uses primary source material as well as some inscriptions. The book is excellent at explaining the machinations of Roman politics particularly the involvement of the Senate and military. A classic in the field of Roman history.

Highly recommended!

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