{"title":"Caillan Davenport","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Caillan Davenport, an esteemed author in the fields of history and military studies. With a focus on the intricacies of Ancient Rome, Davenport offers readers a captivating journey through one of history's most fascinating eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eBehind Caesar's Back\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling exploration of the political manoeuvres and power dynamics that shaped the Roman Empire. This book provides an in-depth look at the cunning strategies employed by those in the shadows of power, offering a unique perspective on the leaders who influenced history from behind the scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have an interest in unravelling the complex tapestry of Roman history, Caillan Davenport's works are an excellent choice. His insightful analysis and engaging narrative style make these books a must-read for history enthusiasts. Dive into the past and discover the events that have shaped the world as we know it through Davenport’s expertly crafted collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"behind-caesars-back-by-caillan-davenport-9780300276459","title":"Behind Caesar's Back","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA thrilling exploration of what Romans thought about their emperors, and how rumours and gossip—ranging from new taxes to rulers' sex lives—shaped leadership.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraversing more than seven hundred years of Roman history, \u003cem\u003eBehind Caesar's Back\u003c\/em\u003e explores how everyday Romans swapped gossip, spread rumours, told jokes, and chanted protests about their emperors—activity that amounted to much more than idle chatter. Caillan Davenport uses ancient evidence, including letters, graffiti, and songs, to reveal how Romans engaged in politics outside the senate house or imperial council. He argues that the idea of the Roman emperor was shaped not only by the political powers granted to him but also by the debate taking place in the streets, churches, taverns, and markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDavenport reveals how Romans spoke about the emperor as a figure of stability, as an agent of justice and retribution, or as a fallible human. Although few would ever see an emperor, his face (and therefore his power) was everywhere: on coins, banners, standards, and even dessert moulds, as well as in statuary and paintings. While most Romans did not question the transformation of their republic into a monarchical system of government, they were indeed invested in the empire and were in constant discussion about the type of ruler they had, wanted, and deserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47269559369964,"sku":"9780300276459","price":71.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24762333482294.jpg?v=1769979953"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/caillan-davenport.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}