Roman Empire Of The Second Century: Or, The Age Of The Antonines

Roman Empire of the Second Century: Or, The Age of the Antonines

by William Wolfe Capes

This historical overview of the Roman Empire during the 2nd century AD begins with the accession of Nerva and concludes with the reign of Marcus Aurelius. It examines the reigns of Trajan, Hadrian, and Antoninus Pius, exploring their military conquests, administrative reforms, and cultural contributions. The book also discusses the rise of Christianity and the state's response to it, providing insights into the religious landscape of the Roman Empire during this period.

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William Wolfe Capes

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William Wolfe Capes was a notable Hereford scholar. Capes attended St Paul's School, London, and the Queen's College, Oxford. Ordained in 1868, he was a cleric in the Diocese of Winchester, rector of...

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