Dio's Rome, Volume 3 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 3" by Cassius Dio Cocceianus is a historical record that chronicles a transformative era in Roman history around the conflicts following Caesar's assassination. The story introduces Gaius Octavius, who later becomes Augustus, tracing his origins and ascent to power through a web of political intrigue and conflict. As Octavius navigates the aftermath of Caesar's death, the narrative shows his complex relationships with figures like Marc Antony, highlighting their escalating rivalries and the power struggles that define the period. The volume vividly depicts Rome's descent into political instability, brought to life by the speeches of leaders like Cicero, capturing the tensions between ambition, loyalty, and the quest for influence.