In the Roman social hierarchy, the equestrian order stood second only to the senatorial aristocracy in status and prestige. Throughout more than a thousand year

In the Roman social hierarchy, the equestrian order stood second only to the senatorial aristocracy in status and prestige. Throughout more than a thousand year

Explores the impact of social standing on the careers of senators and knights in the Roman Empire.

At the outset of the period covered by this book, Rome was the greatest power in the world. By its end, it had fallen conclusively from this dominant position.

Explores the political importance of senators for the maintenance of imperial rule under Constantine I and his son Constantius II.