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Article: Everitt, Anthony. Augustus.(Young adult review)(Brief article)(Audiobook review)
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EVERITT, Anthony. Augustus. Read by John Curless. 13 cds. 15.75 hrs. Recorded Books. 2006. 1-4281-1531-5. $119.75. Vinyl; content notes. SA
This is the story of Augustus Caesar, grandnephew of Julius Caesar. Augustus Caesar, himself from a high-ranking Roman family, was taken under Julius Caesar's wing, instructed by him, adopted by him. From these beginnings, he maneuvered his way to be the Emperor of Rome for nearly half a century, making him one of the longest serving monarchs in all of history. Everitt describes Augustus's ability to form alliances with capable people, such as the general Agrippa who brilliantly fought all his wars. He discusses his long, ...