"Stories From Livy" by Alfred John Church is a late 19th-century book adapting Livy's classic Roman histories, recounting Rome's foundational myths and early history with figures like Romulus and Numa Pompilius. The book retells the story of Æneas's arrival, the founding of Lavinium and Alba Longa, and the saga of Romulus and Remus as they establish Rome, focusing on their conflict and Remus's death. Themes explored include loyalty, power, and the divine forces shaping Rome's destiny as it navigates challenges and emerges triumphant.

Stories From Livy
By Alfred John Church
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Witness the dramatic origins of a legendary empire as brothers clash, founding a city amidst treachery and divine destiny.
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About the AuthorAlfred John Church was an English classical scholar.
Alfred John Church was an English classical scholar.
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