{"product_id":"holders-of-extraordinary-imperium-under-augustus-and-tiberius-a-study-into-the-beginnings-of-the-principate","title":"Holders of Extraordinary imperium under Augustus and Tiberius: A Study into the Beginnings of the Principate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis volume explores the special powers and missions granted to members of the domus Augusta in the provinces of the Empire during the reigns of Augustus and Tiberius. It examines the legal aspects of these powers and how they helped to solidify power within a new hereditary system. It is of interest to scholars of the Augustan age, the early Empire, and the Roman imperial family. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 152 pages\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 29 July 2021\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive volume delves into the intricate details of special military and diplomatic missions entrusted to select members of the esteemed domus Augusta during the reigns of Augustus and Tiberius. These missions, granted extraordinary prerogatives known as imperia extraordinaria, encompassed a wide range of provinces within the vast Empire.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSawiński meticulously compares and analyzes a diverse array of primary and secondary sources, shedding light on the unique powers and missions granted to these individuals. From the border regions along the Rhine and Danube to client states like Judaea and Armenia, the scope of these operations is vast. The book explores the legal framework within which these powers were wielded, examining the intricate interplay between imperial authority and local governance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, it delves into the profound impact of these missions and the subsequent honors bestowed upon the participants. These honors not only solidified their power within the new hereditary system of power but also served to reinforce the imperial family's prestige and authority.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe reader will find this volume an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of the Augustan age, the early Empire, and the Roman imperial family. It offers a critical discussion of the current state of research on this subject, providing insights and perspectives that will enrich the understanding of these historical figures and their legacies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHolders of Extraordinary Imperium under Augustus and Tiberius is a must-read for scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike, as it sheds light on the fascinating and often overlooked aspects of Roman imperial power and governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 394g\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 159 x 242 x 18 (mm)\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367725334\n                            \n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pawel Sawinski","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44104529182970,"sku":"9780367725334","price":147.56,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/820723440b4d34e36eaedccf1a11496b.jpg?v=1633660787","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/holders-of-extraordinary-imperium-under-augustus-and-tiberius-a-study-into-the-beginnings-of-the-principate","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}