Adopted by Caesar, Augustus (c.62 BC – 14 AD / Reigned 31 BC – 14 AD) had to fight for his throne. His long rule saw a huge expansion in the Roman Empire and the beginnings of a dynasty that ...

Hekster's new book approaches this important issue with intelligence and circumspection, noting the overdue need for a return to traditional political history, while engaging with the fruitful models ...

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They use the campaigns of G. Julius Caesar in Gaul (58-50 BC) as their model. Of course the Romans already had an effective logistical system before Caesar came along, but we know little about it, and ...

On the other hand, in his analysis of Book II of the Gallic Wars, Napoleon totally misses the fact that Caesar’s near disaster against the Nervi and other Belgic tribes on the Sambre in 57 BC was due ...

By Catherine Hong The Coming of the ‘Messiah’: How Handel’s Masterpiece Was Born John Adams reviews “Every Valley,” Charles King’s new book about the artistic, social and political ...

Reading picks from Book Review editors, guaranteed to suit any mood. By The New York Times Books Staff Novels by Haruki Murakami and Rebecca Yarros, memoirs by Angela Merkel and Cher ...

You may know Caesars from one of its many iconic hotels, including those on the Las Vegas Strip. The company has grown well beyond its land-based reputation to become a leader in the online space ...

In 49 B.C. on the banks of the Rubicon, Julius Caesar faced a critical choice. To remain in Gaul meant forfeiting his power to his enemies in Rome. Crossing the river into Italy would be a ...

Lila Pereira, a successful media executive, rises to the top of her career but has to reckon with her youngest daughter, Grace, resenting her for not being a PTA mom. Grace also dredges up the ...

Heat a griddle pan over a high heat until smoking. Drizzle the bread with a little oil and then rub with the garlic clove. Griddle the bread for 30-40 seconds on each side, or until golden-brown ...

Heat the olive oil in a non-stick frying pan, add the bread and fry over a high heat for 3–4 minutes until golden-brown. Remove with a slotted spoon, transfer to a bowl and season with salt and ...