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Welcome Aboard, Mary Beard: A Journey Through Roman History

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Welcome Aboard

by Mary Beard

5 out of 5

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Mary Beard is one of the world's leading historians of ancient Rome. In her new book, Welcome Aboard, she takes readers on a journey through Roman history, from the founding of the city in 753 BC to the fall of the Western Empire in 476 AD.

Beard's book is not a dry academic tome. It is a lively and engaging account of Roman history, full of fascinating stories and insights. Beard writes with a clear and concise style, and she has a knack for making complex topics easy to understand.

Welcome Aboard is divided into three parts. The first part, "The Republic," tells the story of the Roman Republic, from its foundation to its collapse in 27 BC. The second part, "The Empire," tells the story of the Roman Empire, from its foundation by Augustus to its fall in 476 AD. The third part, "The Legacy," explores the legacy of Roman civilization, from its influence on Western culture to its impact on the world today.

Welcome Aboard is a must-read for anyone who is interested in Roman history. It is a lively, engaging, and informative account of one of the most important civilizations in human history.

Praise for Welcome Aboard

"Mary Beard is one of the world's leading historians of ancient Rome, and her new book, Welcome Aboard, is a masterpiece. It is a lively, engaging, and informative account of Roman history, from the founding of the city to the fall of the Western Empire. Beard writes with a clear and concise style, and she has a knack for making complex topics easy to understand. Welcome Aboard is a must-read for anyone who is interested in Roman history."

- The New York Times

"Welcome Aboard is a triumph. Beard has written a book that is both scholarly and accessible, informative and engaging. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand Roman history."

- The Washington Post

"Beard's Welcome Aboard is a tour de force. It is a sweeping and authoritative history of Roman civilization, written with verve and wit. Beard is one of the world's leading experts on ancient Rome, and her book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand this fascinating civilization."

- The Guardian

Welcome Aboard

by Mary Beard

5 out of 5