An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List
The Roman Revolution
Author: Ronald Syme
Referenced in 2 episodes
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June 13, 2024
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Referenced when discussing how the Oxford classicist saw parallels between the rise of the Caesars and the age of fascist and communist dictators in the 1930s. The text explicitly mentions Syme seeing 'a Roman revolution' in these events.
February 16, 2023
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Referenced when discussing the historical significance of the Battle of Philippi. Described as written 'in the thirties against the backdrop of fascism and show trials in Russia,' with a quote about Philippi being 'the last struggle of the free state.'