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Hardcore HistoryFebruary 4, 2000
Show 35 Death Throes Of The Republic Ii
Book mentions
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Books Mentioned
“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.
ASIN: B0042F1A6C
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The Story of Civilization
Will Durant
“Here's Will Durant's version of the events. Quote, when Jagertha, grandson of Massinissa, tortured his brother to death and tried to deprive his cousins of their share in the kingdom...”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: historical events analysis
For: listeners interested in historical narratives
Key quote: “Here's Will Durant's version of the events.”
The host briefly references Will Durant's work to illustrate a specific historical event involving Jagertha and Massinissa. This mention serves to provide context for the discussion on the complexities of historical narratives.
ASIN: B0026S3RGS
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“And so they were looking for a solution. And that's when the sources start to say, like you could read Plutarch, and he says that Roman legionaries began to write letters home...”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Roman legionaries letters
For: Historians and readers interested in Roman history
Key quote: “And that's when the sources start to say, like you could read Plutarch, and he says that Roman legionaries began to write letters home...”
The host mentions 'Plutarch's Lives' as a source that discusses Roman legionaries. This reference is made in the context of exploring how these soldiers communicated with their families.
ASIN: 0375756760
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“The book 'Rome, Inc.' portrays Chias Marius as the ultimate hatchet man CEO brought in to make tough choices when a company is in trouble.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Caius Marius leadership style
For: Readers interested in historical leadership and political ambition
Key quote: “One of the books I read for this particular show, was an interesting one that kind of tried to play the Roman Republic as a corporation.”
The host discusses the character of Caius Marius and his ambitious nature, comparing him to General George Patton. The book 'Rome, Inc.' is mentioned as it portrays Marius as a decisive leader who makes tough choices in times of crisis.
ASIN: 0393329453
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