Augustus: The Life of Rome’s First Emperor – Anthony Everitt

Augustus: The Life of Rome’s First Emperor by Anthony Everitt tells the story of how a young, little-known heir named Octavian transformed into Augustus, the powerful founder of the Roman Empire.

After the assassination of his great-uncle Julius Caesar, Augustus outsmarted rivals like Mark Antony to take control of Rome. He ended years of civil war, rebuilt the city, and began an era of peace and prosperity known as the Pax Romana.

Everitt’s biography shows Augustus as both a clever politician and a master of image — ruthless when needed but dedicated to Rome’s glory.