Pompey. A Political Biography. - SEAGER, R.,
KORTE INHOUD
(The book) 'does not disappoint being an authoritative volume which is likely for many years to remain 'essential reading' for students of the Late Republic.The format is a chronological treatment demonstrating the development of Pompey's reputation and his acquisition of supporters and clients. The detail inevitably increases in those sections which discuss the 60s and 50s, providing a refreshingly clear account of Pompey's relationship with Cicero, as well as with the colleagues in the Triumvirate. As a result, Seager's readers are unlikely to have have much time for the over-exposed notion of Pompey's political ineptitude; his dominance through the 50s emerges clearly, as does his constant manoeuvring to maintain it. Particularly valuable is the discussion Pompey's developing political strategy in the late 50s - that of not wishing Caesar ill, but desiring to make his (Caesar's) advancement and well-being dependent on his pre-eminence and goodwill. Seager's narrative is admirable for its clarity and flow; ...
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Oxford, n.d.(>1979). XI,209p. Paperback. [Antiquarian] [Auteur: SEAGER, R.,] [Uitgever: Basil Blackwell] [Jaar: 1979] [Titel: Pompey. A Political Biography.]
