Dio's Rome, Volume 1 An Historical Narrative Originally Composed in Greek during the Reigns of Septimius Severus, Geta and Caracalla, Macrinus, Elagabalus and Alexander Severus: and Now Presented in English Form

"Dio's Rome, Volume 1" by Cassius Dio Cocceianus is an ancient historical narrative that chronicles the rise and evolution of Rome. Beginning with the mythical origins of Aeneas and the founding of the city, this volume progresses through accounts of early conflicts and the development of Roman society. It emphasizes the political climate during the reigns of Emperors like Septimius Severus and Caracalla. Penned by a Roman senator, the tale describes the sociopolitical dynamics and significant events of ancient Rome, weaving together legends and historical details to illustrate the empire's initial grandeur and signs of future turmoil.