Back to books
Search another book
Book
Rubicon: The Last Years of the Roman Republic
Tom Holland
2 mentions · 2 episodes · 1 podcast
How to use this page
Every mention links back into the exact moment in an episode.
Click “Mentioned at …” to copy the timestamp.
Guests and podcasts are cross-linked so you can follow the thread.
Mentions across episodes
“Author Tom Holland, as usual, does a remarkable job summing up the situation once Caesar proclaims himself dictator for life.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Caesar's dictatorship and ambition
For: History enthusiasts and students of Roman politics
Key quote: “With this fateful measure, the last people hoped that Caesar might one day return the republic to its citizens was snuffed out.”
The host discusses the complexities of Julius Caesar's rise to power and the implications of his dictatorship on the Roman Republic. Tom Holland's book provides insight into how Caesar's ambition and decisions affected the political landscape of Rome, particularly his proclamation as dictator for life.
“This is author Tom Holland's description of the Roman mining efforts in Spain. Holland actually says that mining on this scale would not happen again until the Industrial Revolution.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Roman mining efforts
For: Readers interested in Roman history and economic development.
Key quote: “Holland actually says that mining on this scale would not happen again until the Industrial Revolution.”
The host briefly mentions Tom Holland's book to highlight the significance of Roman mining in Spain. Holland's assertion emphasizes the scale of these efforts, which were unprecedented until the Industrial Revolution.