--- product_id: 258601799 title: "Rubicon: The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic" price: "31162CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/258601799-rubicon-the-triumph-and-tragedy-of-the-roman-republic store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Narrative history mastery Epic political & military drama Deep dive into Roman Republic Rubicon: The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic **Price:** 31162CFA **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ›οΈ Step into Rome’s epic saga β€” where history meets high drama and timeless ambition! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Rubicon: The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic - **How much does it cost?** 31162CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/258601799-rubicon-the-triumph-and-tragedy-of-the-roman-republic) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **History Reimagined:** Tom Holland transforms complex Roman history into a gripping, novel-like narrative that even beginners can savor. - β€’ **Relatable Ancient Drama:** Discover how the Roman Republic’s social and political dynamics eerily mirror modern-day power plays and celebrity culture. - β€’ **Accessible Yet Scholarly:** Balances well-researched facts with engaging prose, making it perfect for professionals craving both depth and readability. - β€’ **Power & Intrigue Unveiled:** Explore the labyrinthine political struggles and legendary figures like Julius Caesar and Cicero with vivid storytelling. - β€’ **Critically Acclaimed Bestseller:** Ranked top #28 in Ancient Rome history with a stellar 4.7-star rating from over 1,000 readers. ## Overview Rubicon: The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic by Tom Holland is a bestselling, critically acclaimed narrative history that vividly chronicles the rise and fall of the Roman Republic. Combining rigorous research with novelistic storytelling, it brings to life iconic figures and political intrigue, making ancient history accessible and compelling for modern readers. ## Description The Book That Really Held Me, In Fact, Obsessed Me, Was Rubicon . . . This Is Narrative History At Its Best. Bloody And Labyrinthine Political Intrigue And Struggle, Brilliant Oratory, Amazing Feats Of Conquest And Cruelty' Ian Mcewan, Books Of The Year, Guardian 'Marvellously Readable' Niall Ferguson The Roman Republic Was The Most Remarkable State In History. What Began As A Small Community Of Peasants Camped Among Marshes And Hills Ended Up Ruling The Known World. Rubicon Paints A Vivid Portrait Of The Republic At The Climax Of Its Greatness - The Same Greatness Which Would Herald The Catastrophe Of Its Fall. It Is A Story Of Incomparable Drama. This Was The Century Of Julius Caesar, The Gambler Whose Addiction To Glory Led Him To The Banks Of The Rubicon, And Beyond; Of Cicero, Whose Defence Of Freedom Would Make Him A Byword For Eloquence; Of Spartacus, The Slave Who Dared To Challenge A Superpower; Of Cleopatra, The Queen Who Did The Same. Tom Holland Brings To Life This Strange And Unsettling Civilization, With Its Extremes Of Ambition And Self-Sacrifice, Bloodshed And Desire. Yet Alien As It Was, The Republic Still Holds Up A Mirror To Us. Its Citizens Were Obsessed By Celebrity Chefs, All-Night Dancing And Exotic Pets; They Fought Elections In Law Courts And Were Addicted To Spin; They Toppled Foreign Tyrants In The Name Of Self-Defence. Two Thousand Years May Have Passed, But We Remain The Romans' Heirs. Review: Exelente libro - Uno de los mejores libros sobre Roma que he leido. Ha llegado rapido y en perfecto condicion. Review: Captivating history for the layman and beginner - I say layman and beginner only because the obvious texts for those serious about Roman history are the likes of Plutarch, Livy, etc. I just don't understand why there are people on here holding Tom Holland to that standard. there are reviewers here complaining about a lack of detail or depth, or his touristy language of Roman history that reads more like a novel than history. those reviewers should stick to Plutarch and leave T.H. alone. he never proposes that his work is a textbook. it's stylized ancient history, and in writing it so well he proves that ancient history doesn't always have to come from a textbook and taste like an old graham cracker. This book would have no merit if it were in any way embellished, but it isn't. The facts he provides are well-researched and demonstrate his impressive command of the history. Each chapter is an unfolding of decades of important Roman history delicately tied together to seem like one great big narrative. I can see where historians would have a problem with this aspect of the book, however. he does tend to connect events and figures loosely at times, but look at what we're working with. I say WE because the nature of Roman history is stunted by what little facts we have that have survived and so it is always a daunting task to hook together events that happened 30 or 40 years apart by what little we know. Tom Holland deserves accolades for how he managed to do this by using slight elements of suspense and other novelist's tools to make the reader very willing to suspend chronology in favor of a broad understanding. He shines when he muses about the personal lives and emotional makeups of his characters, whom he treats like real people, because they were. He avoids sounding like a novelist here only because the personal inclinations of his characters are only offered as a means for understanding their actions and trends within the times. For instance, he goes on about the villas of Sulla, Marius, etc., and their various interests in oyster farming, for instance, not because he thinks that by understanding Gaius Marius as an oyster farmer we will sympathize with his character interpretation, but because it was a crucial fact worth pointing out that wealth and power were displayed in this way and that Marius, though history remembers him as a blood-spattered golden boy of Rome, was also a political entity with public relations and images to uphold. It makes his rivalry with Sulla seem more like a modern jockeying for power that we can wrap our minds around, and less like a Charlton Heston movie. I think it speaks to the quality of this work that I, a seasoned veteran of Roman history with years of study under my belt, still found this book utterly enchanting, despite knowing almost every story before he got to it. If you love it as much as I, you should by all means read his second book, Persian Fire. It's almost just as good. ## Features - ABACUS ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #22,048 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #28 in History of Ancient Rome #174 in History of Europe #256 in World History | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,025 Reviews | ## Images ![Rubicon: The Triumph and Tragedy of the Roman Republic - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91DhjlGfsvL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exelente libro *by A***R on 13 December 2024* Uno de los mejores libros sobre Roma que he leido. Ha llegado rapido y en perfecto condicion. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Captivating history for the layman and beginner *by T***1 on 30 January 2012* I say layman and beginner only because the obvious texts for those serious about Roman history are the likes of Plutarch, Livy, etc. I just don't understand why there are people on here holding Tom Holland to that standard. there are reviewers here complaining about a lack of detail or depth, or his touristy language of Roman history that reads more like a novel than history. those reviewers should stick to Plutarch and leave T.H. alone. he never proposes that his work is a textbook. it's stylized ancient history, and in writing it so well he proves that ancient history doesn't always have to come from a textbook and taste like an old graham cracker. This book would have no merit if it were in any way embellished, but it isn't. The facts he provides are well-researched and demonstrate his impressive command of the history. Each chapter is an unfolding of decades of important Roman history delicately tied together to seem like one great big narrative. I can see where historians would have a problem with this aspect of the book, however. he does tend to connect events and figures loosely at times, but look at what we're working with. I say WE because the nature of Roman history is stunted by what little facts we have that have survived and so it is always a daunting task to hook together events that happened 30 or 40 years apart by what little we know. Tom Holland deserves accolades for how he managed to do this by using slight elements of suspense and other novelist's tools to make the reader very willing to suspend chronology in favor of a broad understanding. He shines when he muses about the personal lives and emotional makeups of his characters, whom he treats like real people, because they were. He avoids sounding like a novelist here only because the personal inclinations of his characters are only offered as a means for understanding their actions and trends within the times. For instance, he goes on about the villas of Sulla, Marius, etc., and their various interests in oyster farming, for instance, not because he thinks that by understanding Gaius Marius as an oyster farmer we will sympathize with his character interpretation, but because it was a crucial fact worth pointing out that wealth and power were displayed in this way and that Marius, though history remembers him as a blood-spattered golden boy of Rome, was also a political entity with public relations and images to uphold. It makes his rivalry with Sulla seem more like a modern jockeying for power that we can wrap our minds around, and less like a Charlton Heston movie. I think it speaks to the quality of this work that I, a seasoned veteran of Roman history with years of study under my belt, still found this book utterly enchanting, despite knowing almost every story before he got to it. If you love it as much as I, you should by all means read his second book, Persian Fire. It's almost just as good. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Informative & Enjoyable read!! *by P***R on 11 December 2017* Tom Holland needs no introduction. One of the most versatile writers on antiquity out there. His grasp of historical events and their interpretation across the Eastern and Western halves of the Roman Empire are enjoyable to read and impressive in their coverage of the issues. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/258601799-rubicon-the-triumph-and-tragedy-of-the-roman-republic](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/258601799-rubicon-the-triumph-and-tragedy-of-the-roman-republic) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-13*