Niebuhr's Lectures On Roman History V3 (1875) is a book written by Barthold Georg Niebuhr, a German historian and statesman considered one of the founders of modern historical scholarship.
Note This audio edition is abridged but is the only one of it's kind at this time.
The book is the third volume in a series of lectures on the history of ancient Rome, and covers a period from the end of the Second Punic War to the death of Julius Caesar.
In this volume, Niebuhr provides a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural developments of the Roman Republic during this period. He examines the rise of powerful political figures such as Scipio Africanus, Marius, and Sulla, and their impact on the Roman state. He also analyzes the social and economic changes that occurred during this time, including the growth of the Roman economy and the emergence of new social classes.
Throughout the book, Niebuhr draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts and archaeological evidence, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced view of Roman history. He also offers his own insights and interpretations, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient Rome.
Nonetheless, Niebuhr's Lectures On Roman History V3 (1875) is a well-researched and informative book that provides a fascinating look at one of the most important periods in Roman history
In this volume the narrator edited some portions out and Niebuhr's research and commentary extends to the reign of Vitellius. If you are a fan of the series Rome or a graduate student or a person who enjoys evaluating events and sources objectively, then this audio volume is for you. Some of us are better learners using audio than the printed versions.