Before Augustus

"...the author does an admirable job of showing just how complicated and interconnected all the great patrician families were and how their jealousies and rivalries ultimately led to their undoing and the end of the great Roman Republic." ~New York Journal of Books

“The chronological arrangement, the narrative structure, and the focus on the big personalities all seem devised to make the book a fast-paced, engaging read.”
~Journal of Military History

"Before Augustus offers an excellent amalgamation of events and analysis of political motives and moves before Octavian took charge. Enjoyed it." ~Historical Miniatures Gaming Society

“[A] seminal study drawing upon both ancient sources and on contemporary literature. [Before Augustus] is an impressively presented, extraordinarily informative, and exceptionally detailed and documented account of the tempestuous last century of the Roman Republic before it became fully transformed into the Roman Empire. Strong recommended…” ~Midwest Book Review

“[A] great deep dive into the history of the players and events that it shows… It should be required reading for classes about the Roman Republic of the time.” ~A Wargamers Needful Things

“[A] must-read for anyone interested in ancient history… Barca masterfully weaves together military, political, and social aspects, analyzing the actions of the key figures and the epic battles that ensued. Before Augustus is an excellent addition to the study of Roman history and a highly recommended read.” ~Books World

“…like a compelling novel, [Before Augustus] is dense, clear, well documented. Barca, writing with the historical present, talks about everything: political intrigues, wars, big companies, political assassinations, consuls, the Senate, popular assemblies.” (trans.) ~SFOGLIA ROMA