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Hardcore HistoryFebruary 6, 2000
Show 37 Death Throes Of The Republic Iv
Book mentions
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Books Mentioned
Rome, Inc.
Stanley Bing
“Stanley Bing's book, Rome, Inc., discusses the time lag between finding out something bad is on the horizon and how long it actually takes that bad thing to get to you.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: stress in ancient Rome
For: Readers interested in historical psychology and societal stress
Key quote: “one of the interesting parts about Stanley Bing's book, Rome, Inc., was when he said, and tried to impress upon the reader, this time lag between finding out something bad is on the horizon and how long it actually takes that bad thing to get to you.”
The host references 'Rome, Inc.' by Stanley Bing to illustrate the psychological impact of impending doom on Roman society. The book highlights the significant time lag between the awareness of a threat and its actual arrival, which exacerbates stress and anxiety among the populace.
ASIN: N/A
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“Author Tom Holland describes how, you know, almost Naziistic Night of the Long Knives, the actual beginning of the what's called prescriptions, were.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: historical violence and power
For: history enthusiasts and students of Roman history
Key quote: “By washing the Villa Publica with blood, Holland writes, He had given dramatic notice of the surgery he was planning to perform on the Republic.”
The host references Tom Holland's narrative to illustrate the brutal tactics employed by Sulla during his rise to power in Rome. Holland's vivid storytelling highlights the shocking contrast between the beauty of Roman architecture and the horrific acts of violence that occurred within it.
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“The ancient historian Plutarch has a great description of, you know, how it was for this weird period in Rome where people were going down to read the prescription list and find out if their names were on it.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Roman Republic's decline
For: History enthusiasts and students of Roman history
Key quote: “who could make him feel that way?”
The host references Plutarch to illustrate the intense psychological and political turmoil experienced by figures like Gaius Marius during the decline of the Roman Republic. By drawing parallels between historical figures and modern action heroes, the host emphasizes the human aspect of historical events and the stress that shaped their decisions.
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“Will Durant says, decorated with the heads of famous people, mostly on the other side, but even just famous people who happen to have a lot of money.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: political violence in Rome
For: Historians and readers interested in ancient Rome
Key quote: “Will Durant has a great line about the people who were making money off of these political killings.”
The host references Will Durant to highlight the economic motivations behind political killings in ancient Rome. Durant's insights illustrate how the prescriptions led to the accumulation of wealth for certain individuals amidst the chaos.
ASIN: N/A
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“The next episode of Death Throws of the Republic discusses the era of Marius and Sulla, and the political landscape shaped by their actions.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: decline and fall of the
For: History enthusiasts and students of Roman history
Key quote: “If we dig deep in our history and our doctrine, and remember that we are not descended from fearful men.”
The host mentions 'Death Throws of the Republic' as part of a series exploring the complexities of Roman history. This book serves as a lens through which the host examines the intricate dynamics and human experiences during the Republic's decline.
ASIN: 1590517008
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“The next edition of Death Rose of the Republic will explore the challenges faced by Republican Romans amid political turmoil.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Sulla's impact on Rome
For: Historians and enthusiasts of Roman history
Key quote: “Sulla had given the Romans their first glimpse of what it might mean to be the subjects of an autocrat, and it had proved a frightening and salutary one.”
The host discusses how Sulla's actions provided a blueprint for autocracy in Rome, fundamentally altering the political landscape. This sets the stage for the subsequent chaos and ambition among Roman leaders, which is explored in the book 'Death Rose of the Republic.'
ASIN: B0FP6N3QX5
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